President Mahama donates 50 vehicles to Ghana Armed Forces at WASSA celebration

Josephine Amuzu 16:30 - 24 January 2026

President John Dramani Mahama donates 50 vehicles to the Ghana Armed Forces during the West African Soldiers’ Social Activities (WASSA) celebration at Burma Camp, boosting military mobility and troop morale.

President John Dramani Mahama has donated 50 vehicles to the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) to strengthen operational mobility and boost troop morale, during the end-of-year West African Soldiers’ Social Activities (WASSA) celebration at Burma Camp in Accra.

The fleet, made up of pickup trucks, buses and four-wheel drive vehicles is part of a broader government programme aimed at retooling the military and improving logistics across the services.

Speaking at the colourful ceremony on Friday, January 23, 2026, President Mahama, in his capacity as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, said the donation reflects his administration’s commitment to equipping soldiers with the tools they need to effectively carry out their duties.

The President said,

Just a few minutes ago, I commissioned a fleet of pickup trucks, buses and Land Cruisers to enhance the mobility and operational efficiency of the Ghana Armed Forces.This is the first phase of vehicles under our retooling programme. More support will follow.

He praised the professionalism and sacrifice of officers and men of the GAF, noting that Ghana’s reputation as one of the most stable countries in West Africa is largely due to the discipline and dedication of its military.

President Mahama told the troops,

Your commitment to duty, often under difficult conditions, is the backbone of our national security. The nation appreciates your service.

The WASSA celebration, traditionally a moment of bonding for soldiers and their families, provided a fitting backdrop for the handover. The event brought together senior military commanders, government officials, and families of service personnel, turning what is usually a social gathering into a moment of national appreciation.

Chief of Defence Staff Major General William Agyapong welcomed the donation, describing it as timely and critical for both internal security operations and peacekeeping deployments.

“These vehicles will go a long way to improving our response capacity and ensuring that our men and women in uniform can move swiftly and safely,” he said.

Beyond the vehicle donation, President Mahama reaffirmed his government’s commitment to improving soldier welfare. He announced plans for additional military infrastructure projects, including new barracks and forward operating bases in strategic parts of the country.

Earlier this month, the President also cut the sod for a major military housing project at Burma Camp, aimed at replacing ageing low-rise barracks with modern residential units.

“Our responsibility is not only to equip you for duty, but also to ensure that you and your families live in dignity,” he said.

Sergeant Daniel Owusu, who has served on multiple internal security deployments, said the new vehicles would make daily operations safer and less stressful.

“Sometimes we struggle with broken-down vehicles in the field. Seeing these new ones gives us hope and motivation,” he said.

On behalf of the nation, President Mahama expressed appreciation to all officers, soliders, and defence civilian staff for their dedication to service and alsourged them to remain disciplined, professional and loyal in pursuit of their noble calling.

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