Bundase, Ghana – The Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), Major General Lawrence Kwaku Gbetanu, conducted a familiarization visit to the Army Peacekeeping Operations Training School at the Bundase Battle Training Camp, where he commissioned newly renovated facilities and engaged directly with troops. During his visit, Major General Gbetanu articulated his vision for the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF), emphasizing a return to foundational military disciplines and values.
A key highlight of the COAS’s address was the announcement of the reintroduction of mandatory Basic Fitness Tests and other physical exercises for all personnel. Major General Gbetanu stated that the primary objective of these renewed fitness regimes is to ensure that all military personnel remain fit, healthy, and in optimal physical condition, thereby upholding the core military values of the GAF and ensuring operational readiness.
The visit strategically coincided with the final bush exercise for personnel undergoing pre-deployment training for the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). Taking the opportunity to address the contingent directly, the COAS urged the peacekeepers to thoroughly apprise themselves of the current security situation in South Sudan. He also delivered a strong message, cautioning against all forms of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, underscoring the importance of maintaining the highest standards of conduct while on mission.
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