The Ministry of Defence has announced the withdrawal of military protection for all civilians not legally entitled to such services.
This includes public officials, former ministers, businessmen, and women, among others.
The decision announced by Defence Minister, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, in a Facebook post on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, said it "aims to STOP the misuse of military personnel for personal gain."
“As part of our Reset agenda to restore discipline and accountability, we’ve withdrawn military protection for civilians (including public officials, former ministers, businessmen, and women, among others) who are not entitled to it,” the Minister wrote.
He further warned that strict sanctions would be applied to any service personnel found violating the directive. “Military personnel found providing unauthorized guard duties, and any other unauthorized duties, will face far-reaching consequences,” he cautioned.
The Defence Minister urged the public to support the government’s efforts, calling for a united front in ensuring the proper use of the nation’s security apparatus.
“Let’s work together to promote a more disciplined and responsible use of our military resources. We’re committed to transparency and accountability. Let’s build a more responsible and just society together,” he concluded.
The move is seen as part of President John Mahama’s broader strategy to reset governance structures and reduce the politicization and misuse of state institutions.