President John Dramani Mahama, Commander-in-Chief of the Ghana Armed Forces, has praised the deployment of Ghanaian Army engineers to Jamaica, describing it as a testament to the enduring friendship between Ghana, Jamaica, and the international community.
The deployment comes in response to a recent hurricane that devastated parts of Jamaica. The Ghanaian contingent, comprising eight commissioned officers and 45 soldiers, will assist with constructing temporary shelters and rebuilding critical infrastructure.
During a send-off ceremony at the Jubilee Lounge of Kotoka International Airport, President Mahama emphasized that the mission reflects Ghana’s commitment to humanitarian aid on the global stage and is expected to strengthen ties with Jamaica. He urged the personnel to uphold the highest standards of conduct, reminding them that their actions would reflect the professionalism and values of the Ghana Armed Forces.
“You represent Ghana to the world,” President Mahama told the team. He encouraged them to demonstrate discipline, integrity, teamwork, and respect for local authorities and communities, while prioritizing their own safety throughout the assignment.
The President also extended gratitude to the United States government, and in particular President Donald Trump, for facilitating the troops’ transportation. He acknowledged that logistical hurdles initially threatened the mission, but U.S. airlift support made the deployment possible.
The engineering team is expected to return home upon completion of their humanitarian assignment in Jamaica, having contributed to recovery efforts and further cemented Ghana’s reputation for international solidarity.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
