The German Ambassador to Ghana, His Excellency (HE) Frederik Landshöft, accompanied by the German Defence Attaché to Ghana, Commander Holger Grossmann, has paid a courtesy call on the Minister for Defence, Hon. Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, at The Square.
The visit was to congratulate the Minister on his appointment and explore avenues for strengthening defence and security cooperation between Ghana and Germany.
Receiving the delegation, Hon. Kenneth Gilbert Adjei welcomed the Ambassador and expressed appreciation for Germany’s longstanding partnership with Ghana. The Minister described Germany as a trusted friend and partner that has consistently supported Ghana over the years, particularly in strengthening the capacity of the Ghana Armed Forces.
He said Ghana remained committed to deepening bilateral defence and security relations with Germany, noting that support provided through the German Military Advisory Group and various military training programmes had made a significant impact on the professional development and operational capabilities of the Ghana Armed Forces.
Hon. Gilbert Adjei commended Germany for its continued contribution to defence capacity-building, particularly in the areas of logistics and equipment support, which he said had significantly enhanced the operational readiness of the Ghana Armed Forces.
He further stated that Ghana was committed to establishing a stronger foundation for bilateral military cooperation through expanded collaboration in military training, officer exchange programmes and technical assistance.
The Minister also welcomed increased German cooperation in naval training, surveillance and intelligence sharing, describing these areas as critical to Ghana’s evolving maritime and national security needs.
He acknowledged Germany’s important role in promoting peace and stability across Africa and expressed Ghana’s readiness to deepen cooperation in intelligence sharing and border security. According to the Minister, stronger collaboration in these areas would be essential in addressing emerging security threats, particularly the growing threat of violent extremism and its potential impact on the West African sub-region.
HE Frederik Landshöft said the longstanding partnership between the two countries had resulted in several initiatives aimed at strengthening Ghana’s defence capabilities.
He cited the Signal School at Burma Camp, the construction of a maintenance hub in Tamale, a satellite station in Bolgatanga, the Dog Academy and support for the Airfield as some of the key projects undertaken through the bilateral defence cooperation.
According to the Ambassador, the maintenance hub in Tamale is expected to be commissioned in October 2026 and will provide facilities for the maintenance of large and specialised machinery, further enhancing the Ghana Armed Forces’ logistical and operational capabilities.
Ambassador Landshöft said the various projects reflected the depth of cooperation between the two countries and reaffirmed Germany’s commitment to supporting Ghana’s efforts to strengthen its defence and security institutions.
He also commended the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Ghana Armed Forces, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, for what he described as his approach to addressing emerging security challenges in the Sahel region.
He noted that Ghana’s strategic position and its approach to regional security made continued cooperation with Germany particularly important in efforts to promote peace, stability and security within the West African sub-region.
