The 50th anniversary celebration of the Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College (GAFCSC) began yesterday, Tuesday, June 30, 2026, in Hamidu Hall.
A number of events commemorating 50 years of excellence in professional military education, strategic leadership development, and devoted service to Ghana, Africa, and the global community began with the celebration, which had as its theme “Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence in Professional Military Education.”
Major General (Maj Gen) Jackson Wonje, the College’s Commandant, called the anniversary a momentous occasion honouring the institution’s accomplishments and prospects in his welcome speech.
He pointed out that the College has developed into a reputable regional center for professional military education, producing leaders working in the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF), Allied Militaries, and International Organisations, since its founding in 1976 with an initial intake of 28 Ghanaian officers.
Maj Gen Wonje welcomed international alumni from various African nations and paid tribute to prior commandants, faculty members, and alumni. He described their attendance as evidence of the College’s ongoing effect on professional military education throughout Africa.
Honourable Julius Debrah, the Chief of Staff (COS) at the Presidency and the Guest of Honour, praised GAF and GAFCSC for their enormous contributions to national security, leadership development, and professional military education during the last 50 years.
He pointed out that the College has developed into a reputable regional center of excellence, and its graduates continue to stand out in leadership, staff, and command positions both domestically and abroad.
The Chief of Staff reaffirmed the government’s commitment to assisting organisations that promote regional stability and national development while highlighting the significance of creativity, strategic thinking, and teamwork in tackling new security threats.
As part of the college’s expansion plan, the Guest of Honour laid the groundwork for the planned building of a lecture hall and student housing for GAFCSC.
A tree-planting ceremony also signalled the start of a number of celebratory events.
Source: newsthemegh.com