The Army Special Operations Brigade (ASOB) has conducted an Operational Readiness Inspection (ORI) at the 69 Airborne Force in Tamale to assess and enhance the Unit’s operational efficiency, an exercise carried out on Friday 14 November 2025.

The Assessment Team, led by the Brigade Chief Training Officer, Colonel Mintah-Agyeman, evaluated the Unit’s operational posture and preparedness, particularly in the context of countering potential violent extremism. The exercise formed part of routine checks by the Brigade Headquarters to ensure that subordinate units maintain a superior state of combat readiness.

The Commander Rear, Lieutenant Colonel AJ Kwarteng, briefed the Team on the Unit’s operational state. He reiterated the Unit’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards of training, discipline and professionalism expected of a specialised force within the Ghana Army. He assured the Team of the Unit’s unwavering dedication to its mandate and readiness for tasking.

During the inspection, the Team thoroughly examined the Field Service Marching Order (FSMO) of personnel as well as the Unit’s vehicles, armoury, magazine, quarter guard and all designated duty posts to confirm compliance with established operational, administrative and security requirements.

The ORI was climaxed with the activation of one of the Unit’s contingency plans, demonstrating the soldiers’ ability to respond swiftly and effectively to operational scenarios.