Ghana Armed Forces Council Recalls Military Protection for Civilians, Including Public Officials and Former Ministers

ACCRA, Ghana – July 15, 2025 – The Ghana Armed Forces Council has announced the withdrawal of military protection services for all civilians, a measure that includes public officials and former government ministers. The decision, which took effect on July 15, 2025, marks a significant shift in the deployment and role of military personnel within civilian security arrangements.

While the exact reasons for the withdrawal were not immediately detailed in the announcement, it is understood to be part of broader efforts to streamline military operations and focus on core national security mandates. For years, it has been common practice for certain high-profile civilians, including current and former government officials, to be assigned military escorts and security details.

The withdrawal is expected to necessitate a review of security arrangements for affected individuals, who will now likely need to rely on civilian police protection or private security services. The move could also free up military personnel for deployment to other critical areas of national defense and security.

Further details regarding the implementation of this directive and any potential exceptions are anticipated from the Ghana Armed Forces in the coming days. The announcement underscores a potential re-evaluation of how state security resources are allocated and utilized.