Mr. Anim Obed Ansah, popularly known as Sir Obed, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Constituency Organizer for Abuakwa-South (Kyebi), has issued a fervent appeal to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, the Commander-in-Chief of the Ghana Armed Forces, urging him not to dispatch Ghanaian soldiers for any military intervention operation in Niger.
Speaking in an interview with InsiderGH.com, Sir Obed expressed his concerns and underlined the importance of transparency and accountability in military endeavors.
He insisted that if the President is determined to deploy Ghanaian soldiers for intervention operations in Niger, he should personally lead them to the region as their Commander-in-Chief.
Citing Article 57(1) of the 1992 Constitution, which designates the President of the Republic as the Commander-in-Chief of the Ghana Armed Forces, Sir Obed argued that this constitutional role should extend beyond mere authority to encompass responsibility and leadership.
He firmly emphasized that if the President is committed to sending Ghana’s brave soldiers into potentially perilous situations, he must be prepared to stand alongside them, not only symbolically but physically.
Drawing attention to the gravity of deploying troops for international interventions, Sir Obed urged President Akufo-Addo to consider the implications of such decisions on the lives of the soldiers, their families, and the nation at large.
He stressed the necessity for a comprehensive evaluation of the situation in Niger and the potential risks involved before committing Ghana’s military personnel.
Sir Obed’s impassioned call resonated with sentiments shared by many citizens who yearn for a leadership that prioritizes the well-being and safety of its soldiers.
His advocacy for the President to personally lead the troops serves as a reminder of the vital connection between leadership and responsibility, particularly in matters concerning national security and the lives of Ghanaian soldiers.
As this appeal gains traction in Kyebi and beyond, it ignites an important conversation about accountability in military decisions and the well-being of those who selflessly serve the nation.
The broader public eagerly awaits President Akufo-Addo’s response to this call for transparency and leadership in the realm of military operations.
