GAFCSC graduates Junior Staff Course 85 officers

The Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College (GAFCSC) has graduated participants of Junior Staff Course 85 following the successful completion of a 20-week intensive military training programme.

The graduation ceremony, held at Hamidu Hall at Otu Barracks in Teshie on Friday, brought together military officials, distinguished guests, family members and allied officers from across the continent.

The course, which began on January 30, 2026, was designed to strengthen the leadership, analytical and communication skills of junior-level officers and prepare them for future command and staff appointments.

Participants underwent rigorous training in staff work, military operations, intelligence, logistics, leadership, joint and combined doctrine, as well as defence and security studies.

The programme was integrated with a Postgraduate Diploma in Defence and Security Studies.

As part of the training, students embarked on an Environmental Study Tour to the Eastern Region, where they gained practical insights into socio-economic and security-related issues affecting national development.

Delivering the keynote address, the Guest of Honour, retired Brigadier General Adjetey Annan, congratulated the graduands and described the occasion as a major milestone in their military careers.

He noted that the course had broadened the officers’ professional perspectives through lectures, seminars and practical exercises facilitated by experienced military officers, academics and security experts.

Brigadier General Annan expressed confidence that the knowledge acquired would equip the officers to address the complex security challenges facing their respective countries.

He further urged them to uphold professionalism, discipline and integrity in the discharge of their duties while continuously developing their leadership and problem-solving abilities.

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The retired military officer also commended GAFCSC for its contribution to professional military education and praised the participation of allied officers as a reflection of the strong cooperation among African armed forces.

The ceremony also recognised outstanding performers during the course.

Captain Easmon Yenbila Babilah of the Ghana Army was adjudged the Overall Best Student, while Major Freeman Amarna Anim received the Best Assistant Commandant’s Paper Award.

Captain Obina Godwin Oliver of the Nigerian Army was named Best Allied Student, while Major Jeffery Eduku Mozu of the Ghana Army received the prestigious Everard Award.

The graduation marks another important step in preparing a new generation of military leaders to meet evolving national and regional security challenges.

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