Deputy Director-General of the Cyber Security Authority (CSA), Dr. Jamaldeen Tonzua Seidu, has rejected claims that the Ghana Armed Forces lack the equipment needed to operate effectively and safeguard the country.
His comments come amid public debate over the military’s logistical capacity following the August 6 helicopter crash that killed eight people, including Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah; Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed; former Obuasi East parliamentary candidate Samuel Aboagye; NDC Vice Chairman Samuel Sarpong; and Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator Alhaji Limuna Muniru Mohammed, along with three crew members: Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, Flying Officer Manin Twum-Ampadu, and Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah.
Speaking on Eyewitness News on Monday, August 11, 2025, Dr. Seidu described as “misleading” suggestions that the Armed Forces are under-equipped.
“What’s the basis for saying we don’t have many operational aircraft or that they are not functioning well? Without evidence, such conclusions have no basis. We should assess what we have statistically against the scale of operations before passing judgment. The Ghana Air Force may well deserve commendation,” he said.
He added that despite Ghana’s socio-economic constraints, the military continues to perform.
“Under very trying circumstances, our men and women in uniform, particularly the Ghana Air Force are doing their best. We are probably doing well, but there is always room for improvement,” he noted.
Source: Myxyzonline.com
