Dr. Ato Forson (R) in a chat with Berchie Acheamfour while the CDS, Lt. Gen. William Agyapong, looks on
Minister for Finance and acting Minister of Defence , Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to modernising military infrastructure to improve the welfare and operational readiness of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF).
Commissioning new accommodation, office and training facilities at Burma Camp last week, Dr. Forson said the projects reflect government’s resolve to give personnel infrastructure that supports efficiency and better living and working conditions.
The facilities commissioned include the Butler Barracks accommodation and office complex, the Central Ordnance Depot Headquarters, the School of Ordnance, and new facilities for the Ghana Armed Forces Central Band and Music School.
The project comprises accommodation blocks, office complexes, classrooms, rehearsal halls, a multi-purpose hall, and welfare amenities for beneficiary units.
The Central Band also received a modern music hall and auditorium to support its ceremonial, training and professional duties.
“The completion of these facilities demonstrates our determination to invest in the men and women who protect our nation,” Dr. Forson said. “I officially commission the Butler Barracks accommodation and office complex together with its complementary facilities for use by the Ghana Armed Forces.”
He reiterated the government’s commitment to completing other strategic defence projects, including the Afari Military Hospital, and to pursuing sustainable infrastructure development across the country.
Unique Devt Ltd Commended
Dr. Forson commended the Military High Command, the Ministry of Defence, the contractor, Unique Development Limited, and the project implementation team for delivering the project.
He urged personnel to protect and maintain the facilities, describing them as national assets for current and future generations.
Chief of Staff of the Ghana Armed Forces, Air Vice Marshal Joshua Mensah-Larkai, described the project as a major investment in military readiness.
“Military readiness begins at home,” he said. “Military barracks are not just accommodation. They are the foundation of military life, where discipline, leadership, comradeship and the values of duty, loyalty and sacrifice are nurtured. Every investment in personnel is an investment in Ghana’s peace, stability and national development.”
He added that the new Butler Barracks compare favourably with similar facilities in armed forces around the world and reflect recognition of the sacrifices of personnel and their families.
Presenting the project report, Brigadier General Jonas Wiafe, Director of Engineering Services, said the complex includes 15 offices with conference rooms, two six-classroom lecture blocks, two 100-man student accommodation blocks, and eight one-bedroom housing units.
The facilities are supported by water and electricity systems, access roads and drainage to enable effective operations.
Brig. Gen. Wiafe warned that the Military High Command will sanction anyone who damages or alters the infrastructure.
He thanked Unique Development Limited, led by Berchie Acheamfour, Project Engineer, Mark Daniels, and subcontractors for completing the work despite operational challenges.
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