Akim Achiase, Ghana – The Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), Major General Lawrence Kwaku Gbetanu, has paid an official visit to the Jungle Warfare School (JWS) at Seth Anthony Barracks. The visit is part of his familiarization tour of Ghana Army Units, aimed at understanding the operations and challenges of various units.
During the visit, the Commanding Officer of JWS, Lieutenant Colonel Jacob Cudjoe, briefed the COAS on the school’s operations, including training, administration, logistical challenges, and development plans. The CO was impressed by the school’s commitment to training soldiers in jungle warfare tactics.
Major General Gbetanu commended the staff for their dedication, teamwork, and remarkable infrastructural achievements. He assured them of support to address challenges and enhance training, emphasizing the importance of equipping soldiers with the necessary skills to perform their duties effectively. The COAS also encouraged students to give their best to build successful military careers.
The visit concluded with the presentation of a smock and Tiger monument to the COAS, an old jungler, by the Commanding Officer. The gesture was a token of appreciation for the COAS’ service and a symbol of the school’s pride in its heritage. The COAS’ visit demonstrates his commitment to engaging with troops and understanding their needs, ultimately enhancing the Ghana Army’s operational effectiveness.
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