The Deputy Defence Minister Ernest Brogya Genfi has rejected reports alleging that military lands have been handed over to Ibrahim Mahama, the brother of President John Dramani Mahama, describing the claims as “false and malicious”.
In a post on Wednesday, April 29, Genfi said the reports were “completely untrue” and should be disregarded.
He clarified that the project in question is a redevelopment initiative by the Ghana Armed Forces aimed at replacing aging infrastructure at Burma Camp.
According to Genfi, the facilities at the base date back to the colonial era and are in a dilapidated state, necessitating urgent redevelopment.
He said the project is being implemented as part of a self-help housing initiative, supported in part by a financial contribution from Ibrahim Mahama, who is the chief executive of Dzata Group Holding Limited.
Genfi said Mahama had donated 120 million cedis to fund the construction of 10 housing blocks, each comprising 16 units, as part of efforts to improve accommodation for military personnel.
The funds were announced during a fundraising luncheon held at the Ghana Military Academy, chaired by veteran businessman Sam Jonah and attended by corporate leaders and partners of the armed forces.
Genfi described the donation as an act of patriotism that would significantly enhance the welfare of soldiers.
“His contribution will directly improve the welfare of our gallant men and women in uniform,” he said.
The clarification comes amid heightened public scrutiny over the use of state lands and perceptions of political favouritism in development projects.