GAF Rescues 71 Fishermen Following High Sea Robbery off Senya Bereku

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  ACCRA  — The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) have successfully concluded a major search and rescue operation, bringing  71 Ghanaian fishermen  safely to shore after a violent armed robbery on the high seas. The incident occurred in the early hours of  Wednesday, February 25, 2026 , approximately  35 nautical miles  off the coast of Gomoa Nyanyano and Senya Bereku in the Central Region. The Attack The fishermen were on a routine night expedition when they were intercepted by gunmen operating a  "black boat." According to survivor accounts, the attackers were armed with AK-47 assault rifles and fired multiple warning shots to seize control of the fishing vessels. The pirates systematically stripped the canoes of their most valuable equipment, including: 7 Outboard motors Generator sets Personal belongings and fuel The theft left the seven affected boats—including vessels named  Argentina 2 ,  Argentina 3 ,  Sea Lion , and  Berema Nsuk...

Defence Ministry Cracks Down on Misuse of Military Personnel



Kumasi, Ghana – In a significant move to restore discipline and accountability within Ghana's security framework, Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah has announced a new directive to end the misuse of military personnel for personal gain. This initiative is a key component of the government’s broader "Reset Agenda."

The directive, shared by the Minister in a Facebook post on Tuesday, July 15, aims to prohibit the deployment of military personnel for private, non-official duties. This practice has long been a subject of public concern, often diverting essential resources and compromising the professional image of the armed forces.

Dr. Omane Boamah emphasized that this policy reinforces transparency and responsible governance, aligning with the professional obligations of the armed forces. The "Reset Agenda" seeks to enhance operational efficiency, uphold ethical standards, and ensure that military resources are solely dedicated to national security and public service.

This new measure is expected to be widely welcomed by the public, who have increasingly called for reforms to curb the exploitation of state resources and personnel. The Ministry of Defence is yet to release full details on the implementation and enforcement mechanisms of the directive, but the announcement itself signals a strong commitment from the government to uphold the integrity of its security institutions.

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