The General Officer Commanding (GOC) Northern Command of the Ghana Armed Forces, Brigadier General Agbebo, has urged newly recruited soldiers to uphold discipline, integrity, and patriotism as they begin their military careers.
He made the call during an inter-religious induction service organised for the first batch of recruits at the Army Special Operations Training School (ASOTS). The ceremony was held under the theme, “Service to God and Country.”
Addressing the recruits in Daboya in the Savannah region, Brig. Gen. Agbebo described military service as a sacred responsibility that goes beyond physical strength and tactical skills.
According to him, the profession demands moral courage, discipline, professionalism, and reverence for God.
“Every great military institution in the world derives its strength not only from weapons and equipment, but from the character and values of its personnel,” he stated.
He reminded the recruits that they were joining an institution with a proud history of sacrifice, loyalty, and excellence, adding that duty to the nation must always take precedence over personal comfort and convenience.
The Northern Command GOC urged the recruits to embrace the core values of the Ghana Armed Forces, including discipline, loyalty, selfless service, teamwork, integrity, and respect for authority.
He further cautioned them against misconduct and abuse of the military uniform, stressing that the uniform symbolises responsibility rather than privilege.
“The uniform you aspire to wear represents the hopes and security of millions of Ghanaians who rely on the Armed Forces for protection and stability,” he said.
Brig. Gen. Agbebo also highlighted emerging security threats confronting modern militaries, including terrorism, violent extremism, cybercrime, transnational crimes, and communal conflicts. He noted that such challenges require soldiers who are mentally alert, morally upright, physically fit, and spiritually resilient.
He commended religious and traditional leaders for their continued support and prayers for the Ghana Armed Forces, saying their contributions toward peace, morality, and social harmony remain essential to national security.
The GOC also praised parents and guardians of the recruits for supporting their children’s decision to serve the nation, describing military service as a noble profession that builds discipline, resilience, and responsibility.
To instructors and staff of the training school, Brig. Gen. Agbebo expressed appreciation for their dedication to transforming civilians into disciplined soldiers, stressing that the standards they maintain will shape the future effectiveness of the Ghana Armed Forces.
He further called on Ghanaians to collectively safeguard the country’s peace and stability through patriotism, tolerance, discipline, and unity.
“True service to country begins with service to humanity, respect for others, and fear of God,” he advised the recruits.
The induction service formed part of the activities to officially usher the recruits into military training at the Army Special Operations Training School.
