President John Dramani Mahama has sworn in the Governing Board of the National Centre for the Coordination of Early Warning Systems, a move that underscores the government’s commitment to bolstering national and regional security through proactive early warning and effective crisis response. The 12-member board, chaired by Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, comprises key ministers with critical portfolios in national security and crisis management.
The Centre, established under Act 1070 (Act 2021), plays a vital role in identifying emerging crises within Ghana and the West African subregion. Its mandate includes implementing enhanced crisis response mechanisms to bridge the gap between early warning signals and timely action. The Centre will collaborate with government agencies, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders to develop robust early warning systems and tailored response mechanisms.
In his remarks, President Mahama emphasized the board’s pivotal role in ensuring preparedness and effective response to emerging threats, thereby safeguarding citizens’ well-being and contributing to regional stability. The Centre’s focus on human security will enable timely warnings of threats to national and regional security.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
