The Minister for Defence, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, has reiterated the government’s unwavering commitment to a fair and transparent recruitment process into the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF), stressing that enlistment will be purely merit-based.
Speaking during the Government Accountability Series at Jubilee House on Monday, July 19, 2025, Dr. Boamah addressed growing public concerns about fraudulent recruitment schemes and warned against the activities of scammers posing as agents of the military.
He cautioned prospective applicants and the general public to be vigilant and not fall prey to fraudsters who claim to have the power to enlist individuals into the GAF.
Dr. Boamah emphasized that no individual or organization has been granted the authority by the Ghana Armed Forces or the Ministry of Defence to carry out recruitment exercises on their behalf.
He urged all interested applicants to follow official communication channels for accurate information and updates regarding enlistment.
“The public is therefore advised to avoid fraudsters and scammers who pose as agents of the Armed Forces to recruit personnel. You will engage them at your own risk. Joining the Ghana Armed Forces under President Mahama will be based solely on merit—not money,” Dr Boamah stressed.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
