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February 18, 2026
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Ghana’s security exposed by Defence Ministry vacancy – Nitiwul
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Key Points
- Former Defence Minister Dominic Nitiwul sharply criticized President John Dramani Mahama for the prolonged absence of a substantive Defence Minister.
- Nitiwul warned that Ghana’s security architecture is being exposed amidst rising regional threats.
- He cited the recent terrorist attack on Ghanaian tomato traders in Burkina Faso, which killed eight, as highlighting the urgent need for focused leadership.
- Nitiwul argued that a fully mandated Defence Minister is crucial for coordinating cross-border investigations, intelligence, and national responses.
- He stressed that the Defence Minister, not the Interior Minister, should lead responses to incidents beyond Ghana's borders to ensure national preparedness.
Why This Matters
This matters for Ghana because regional insecurity, particularly cross-border terrorism, directly impacts the safety of Ghanaian citizens and national stability. The absence of a fully mandated Defence Minister could weaken Ghana's ability to respond effectively to these threats, potentially leading to further loss of life and undermining public confidence in government.
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