The Ghana Armed Forces, in collaboration with other security services, embarked on a joint route march in Accra on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, as part of efforts to strengthen public confidence and enhance cooperation in combating crime during the festive period.
The exercise was aimed at building esprit de corps among the security agencies while reassuring the public of their preparedness to ensure safety and security across the country.
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Addressing participants, the Acting Minister for Defence, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, described the joint route march as paramount, noting that it symbolised unity within the security services.
He stressed the importance of collaboration, interoperability, and mutual trust among the agencies in safeguarding Ghana.
In a goodwill message, the Minister for Interior, Honourable Mubarak Muntaka Mohammed, reaffirmed government’s commitment to retooling the security services and addressing their concerns to enable them to discharge their duties effectively.
The Chief of the Defence Staff, Lieutenant General William Agyapong, expressed admiration for the resilience, tenacity, and strength demonstrated by personnel throughout the exercise.
He called on all stakeholders to remain united to subdue and outwit any security threats that may arise.
The joint route march brought together personnel from the Ghana Armed Forces, Ghana Police Service, Ghana Prisons Service, Ghana Immigration Service, Ghana National Fire Service, and the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority
