GHANA ARMY HOLDS INDUCTION SERVICES FOR COAS

Major General Bismarck Kwasi Onwona pledges to be faithful and dedicated in the discharge of his duties and urges all to accord him their utmost support towards the mission of the Ghana Army
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Major General Bismarck Kwasi Onwona has been officially inducted into office as the Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) during a religious parade held at the forecourt of the Army Headquarters, Burma Camp on Tuesday 25 June, 2024.

Speaking on the topic, “Building beyond walls, Prophet Nehemiah”, the Director Army Religious Affairs (DARA), Chaplain Colonel Duodu stated that Nehemiah was an inspiring visionary leader who provided valuable lessons of perseverance, faith and effective leadership.

He further added that the characteristics of visionary leadership include innovative thinking, strategic foresight and ability to work towards a common goal and urged all to reflect on the exemplary leadership of Nehemiah who transformed a community to city through unrelenting faith and visionary spirit.

In his homily, Imam Kameny Shafudeen admonished all to be guided by the Armed Forces Regulations. Additionally, he entreated all to deliberately acquire knowledge and skills to ensure their successful progress.

Maj Gen Bismarck Kwasi Onwona, in his remarks expressed appreciation to the President and Commander-in- Chief of the Ghana Armed Forces Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, Minister for Defence Hon Dominic Nitiwul the Chief of the Defence Staff Lieutenant General Thomas Oppong-Peprah and all his superiors for the confidence reposed in him. He pledged to be faithful and dedicated in the discharge of his duties.

The COAS further expressed gratitude to all personnel for their dedication and sacrifices towards the mission of the Army. He urged all to accord him their utmost support towards the realisation of his vision and build on the legacies established by his predecessors.