Also known as: MoD · United Kingdom Ministry of Defence · Ministry of Defence Ghana
Government department responsible for Ghana's defence affairs; currently led by Minister Kenneth Gilbert Adjei as of August 2026.
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Joy Online
… The memorial was unveiled at the Ministry of Defence on Thursday, August 6, in remembrance of Dr Omane Boamah and the other victims of the tragic incident. …
Photos: Mahama unveils cenotaph in honour of late Omane BoamahJoy Online
… The President made the remarks on Thursday during the unveiling of a cenotaph in honour of Dr Omane Boamah at the Ministry of Defence as part of activities marking the first anniversary of the August 6, 2025, military helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight people. …
Mahama describes late Dr Omane Boamah as ‘one of a rare kind’ at cenotaph unveilingJoy Online
… on, has launched a special commemorative edition of the Defender Magazine in honour of the late former Defence Minister, Dr Edward Kofi Omane Boamah.The publication, dedicated to preserving the memory and legacy of Dr Omane Boamah, highlights his tenure at the Ministry of Defence …
Defender Magazine to preserve Omane Boamah’s legacy of service and integrity – Ato ForsonJoy Online
… Speaking during the unveiling of a cenotaph in memory of the late Dr Omane Boamah at the Ministry of Defence, President Mahama reflected on the personal bond they shared, saying the former Minister for Defence stood firmly by him during some of the most defining moments of his po …
Omane Boamah stood by me through defining moments of my political journey – MahamaJoy Online
… The President made the remarks during the unveiling of a cenotaph in memory of the late Dr Omane Boamah at the Ministry of Defence following a National Interfaith Memorial Service, which had earlier been held at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA). …
Omane Boamah’s integrity and patriotism will inspire generations – MahamaJoy Online
The Ministry of Defence has unveiled a cenotaph in honour of the late former Defence Minister, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, to preserve his memory and inspire future generations of public servants.Speaking at the unveiling ceremony, the Deputy Defence Minister, Dr Ernest Brogya Genfi, …
Defence Ministry unveils cenotaph in honour of late Omane BoamahThe Chronicle
… The activities have been planned in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence, key stakeholders and alumni groups. …
Gov’t Unveils Activities To Mark First Anniversary Of Helicopter TragedyJoy Online
… , which was attended by senior government officials, the Deputy Defence Minister, Ernest Brogya Genfi; the Chief Director of the Ministry, Mr Emmanuel Kartey; the Chief of the Defence Staff, Lieutenant General William Agyapong; Service Chiefs; officials of the Ministry of Defence …
Photos: Mahama presents compensation package to helicopter crash victimsJoy Online
… 8.” The Presidency said the anniversary provides an opportunity for the nation to “pause to remember, honour, and pay tribute to the selflessness, service, and sacrifice of the ‘Departed 8’.” It added that the events have been planned in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence …
Gov’t announces week-long national tribute to ‘Departed 8’ of helicopter crashJoy Online
… Woodburn insisted the company had responded as soon as the Ministry of Defence had asked for its help. …
UK complacent about war threat, warns defence bossA UK armed forces member died in a road traffic incident in Ukraine on Saturday, the Ministry of Defence announced. The incident was not the result of hostile action, and the individual's family has requested privacy before further details are released.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A UK armed forces member died in a road traffic incident in Ukraine on Saturday, the Ministry of Defence announced. The incident was not the result of hostile action, and the individual's family has requested privacy before further details are released.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Kenny Jean-Marie, former FIFA Chief Member Associations Officer, has joined the Advisory Board of African Collaborations Group (ACG), a platform for developing sport and entertainment district projects across Africa. His appointment is intended to strengthen ACG's expertise in sport governance and infrastructure development.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Deputy Minister for Defence Kofi Amankwa Brogya Genfi has been appointed as Presidential Advisor on National Resilience and Emergency Preparedness. In a Facebook statement, he expressed gratitude to President Mahama and pledged his unwavering loyalty and dedication to the role.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama has reassigned Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment Dr Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo to the Office of the President as Minister of State in charge of Special Initiatives, with Emmanuel Agyekum moving from the Special Initiatives portfolio to take over the Labour Ministry.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's new Minister for Works, Housing and Water Resources Ahmed Ibrahim attributes the country's housing shortfall to partisan politics and lack of continuity in government programmes, noting that successive administrations have left housing projects incomplete. He contrasts Ghana's output—5,000 houses from 2012 to date—with Côte d'Ivoire's 50,000 houses in ten years, and calls for a national housing vision that transcends electoral cycles.
25 August 2026 · Joy Online →
General (rtd.) Thomas Oppong-Peprah, Ghana's Deputy High Commissioner to Canada and former Chief of the Defence Staff, has denied being under military investigation and rejected allegations of procurement irregularities, stating he was not CDS in 2023 when the contested acquisitions occurred.
21 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Ministry of Defence formally welcomed newly appointed Defence Minister Kenneth Gilbert Adjei on Monday, August 17, 2026, with a Guard of Honour mounted to mark his first official day. He exchanged pleasantries with ministry leadership and staff, including Chief Director Emmanuel Kartey and Chief of the Defence Staff Lieutenant General William Agyapong.
18 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection won the 2026 Civil Service Inter-Ministerial Women's Football Tournament, defeating the Ministry of Defence in the final at Accra Sports Stadium with a decisive free-kick goal. The victory was part of Civil Service Week celebrations themed "The Resetting Agenda for Sustainable Development in Ghana: The Civil Service's Responsibilities."
17 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Kenneth Gilbert Adjei has formally assumed office as Defence Minister following a Guard of Honour ceremony and meetings with senior military and civilian staff on his first day.
17 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, the newly appointed Defence Minister, has committed to pursuing a technology-led and modernised defence posture to address Ghana's complex and unpredictable security environment, citing threats including violent extremism, terrorism, maritime insecurity, cyber threats, illegal mining, and potential Sahel spillover effects.
17 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson has formally handed over administration of the Defence Ministry to Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, ending his tenure as caretaker following the death of substantive minister Dr Edward Omane Boamah in an August 6, 2025 helicopter crash.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Speaker Alban Bagbin has recalled Parliament from recess for a five-day sitting beginning Monday, August 24, to consider urgent government business including the vetting of newly appointed ministers, changes in Majority caucus leadership, and reconsideration of the anti-LGBTQ+ bill. The Minority caucus has questioned the need for the recall, arguing the matters are neither urgent nor significant enough to warrant reconvening during recess.
13 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana and Burkina Faso have signed a Defence Cooperation Agreement to provide security and escort support along vital cross-border trade corridors, aimed at safeguarding economic stability and strengthening defence cooperation between the two countries.
11 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Armed Forces unveiled a cenotaph at the Ministry of Defence in Accra to honour the late Minister of Defence, Dr Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, on the first anniversary of the helicopter crash that killed eight people. President Mahama attended the ceremony and described the monument as a lasting reminder of the values of service, integrity, patriotism and sacrifice.
10 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Deputy Minister for Defence Ernest Brogya Genfi has congratulated Kenneth Gilbert Adjei on his appointment as substantive Minister for Defence, expressing confidence that Adjei's experience, tactical judgement and leadership will strengthen Ghana's defence architecture.
9 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, newly appointed Minister of Defence, has pledged to approach his role with renewed energy and a deep sense of duty following his transfer from the Ministry of Works, Housing and Water Resources. He expressed gratitude to President John Dramani Mahama and said he was optimistic about the new assignment.
7 August 2026 · Joy Online →
A KAIPTC security lecturer has urged Defence Minister-designate Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, who was reassigned from Works, Housing and Water Resources, to make the welfare of Ghana Armed Forces personnel his foremost priority, citing accommodation, remuneration, career progression and gender concerns as critical issues.
7 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama has announced ministerial nominations and reassignments, including Dr. Zanetor Agyemang-Rawlings as Minister of State at the Ministry of Environment, Science and Technology, and Mahama Ayariga as Minister of State at the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs. The changes also include the reassignment of Kenneth Gilbert Adjei to the Ministry of Defence and Ahmed Ibrahim to the Ministry of Works, Housing and Water Resources.
7 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
President John Dramani Mahama has reassigned Kenneth Gilbert Adjei from the Ministry of Works, Housing and Water Resources to the Ministry of Defence to replace the late Dr Edward Omane Boamah, who died in a military helicopter crash. The nomination has been submitted to Parliament for approval in accordance with the 1992 Constitution.
7 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama has nominated Dr Zanetor Agyemang-Rawlings, Klottey Korle MP, as Minister for Environment, Science and Technology, and Mahama Ayariga, Bawku Central MP, as Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs. The nominations were submitted to Parliament on Friday, August 7, 2026, and require parliamentary approval before the appointees can assume office.
7 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama has unveiled a cenotaph at the Ministry of Defence in honour of the late Dr Edward Omane Boamah, former Defence Minister, as part of the first anniversary commemoration of a helicopter crash that killed eight Ghanaians on August 6, 2025.
7 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama described the late Defence Minister Dr Edward Omane Boamah as "one of a rare kind" during the unveiling of a cenotaph in his honour at the Ministry of Defence on Thursday, marking the first anniversary of the August 6, 2025, military helicopter crash that killed eight people. Mahama said Boamah was a trusted friend, loyal ally and dependable adviser throughout his political journey.
6 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Acting Defence Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has launched a special commemorative edition of the Defender Magazine dedicated to preserving the legacy of the late former Defence Minister Dr Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, highlighting his tenure, leadership style, and contributions to the Ghana Armed Forces. The publication is intended as a resource for future military leaders, public servants, researchers, and Ghanaians seeking to understand the values that guided Dr Omane Boamah's public service, including integrity, humility, professionalism, accountability, and service above self.
6 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama has described the late Dr Edward Kofi Omane Boamah as a trusted friend, loyal adviser, and younger brother whose unwavering support remained constant throughout his political journey. Speaking at the unveiling of a cenotaph in the former Defence Minister's memory at the Ministry of Defence, Mahama reflected on their personal bond and said Omane Boamah stood by him during defining moments of his political career.
6 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama paid tribute to the late Dr Edward Kofi Omane Boamah at a cenotaph unveiling, describing him as an exceptional patriot whose service, integrity, and commitment to Ghana's security and democratic governance will inspire future generations. The memorial events included a National Interfaith Service and gathering of government officials, Armed Forces members, religious leaders, and mourners at the Ministry of Defence.
6 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Defence Ministry has unveiled a cenotaph in honour of the late former Defence Minister Dr Edward Omane Boamah, to preserve his memory and inspire future generations of public servants. The Deputy Defence Minister said the memorial serves as a lasting reminder of his dedication to service, humility, and patriotism.
6 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Government has announced national commemorative activities for the first anniversary of a military helicopter crash on August 6, 2025, that killed eight prominent Ghanaians. Events include a memorial lecture on August 4, 2026, and a National Inter-Faith Memorial Service on August 6, alongside state support to bereaved families.
31 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
President John Dramani Mahama presented a welfare and compensation package to families of eight military personnel killed in a helicopter crash on 6 August 2025, including a GH¢1 million trust fund for each surviving minor child, healthcare and educational support, and legacy boxes with keepsakes and personalised letters from the President.
31 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The government has announced commemorative events beginning July 30 to mark the first anniversary of the August 6, 2025 helicopter crash that killed eight senior public officials and military personnel. The events, coordinated with the Ministry of Defence and bereaved families, include an official presentation of state support on July 30, a memorial lecture on August 4, and an interfaith service on August 6.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
BAE Systems boss warns the UK has been complacent about foreign attack risk and says defence spending must increase beyond current plans to meet a 3.5% GDP target by 2035. He notes that Russia and Ukraine have become adept at using autonomous weapons like drones, and that the UK must develop counter-capabilities.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →