Here are the main security threats facing Ghana and how to mitigate them.

According to Joyce Bawah Mogtari, President John Dramani Mahama's Special Aide, the biggest threat to Ghana's national security is youth unemployment. In an interview with JoyNews on January 8, 2025, she voiced her worry that the official unemployment rate of 14.6% understates the magnitude of the problem, implying that the real number is probably greater.

"When you see the numbers of young people struggling to find work, it's clear that something urgent must be done," Mogtari said, underscoring the need to combat unemployment. Look, unemployment is currently Ghana's greatest security danger.

She commended President Mahama's inaugural speech, emphasizing his dedication to promoting inclusivity and job creation. The administration's emphasis on youth participation, according to Mogtari, shows a thorough awareness of the difficulties encountered by young Ghanaians, who make up the largest group facing job difficulties.

In the Black Star Square swearing-in event on January 7, President Mahama promised to put young involvement, responsibility, and creativity first. "Our policies will support innovation and encourage industries that appeal to young people," he said. We'll work with the private sector to generate respectable, well-paying employment.

Since long-term youth unemployment can result in social unrest and economic stagnation, addressing youth unemployment is essential to preserving national stability. By fostering job possibilities, the administration hopes to maximize the potential of Ghana's youth, propel economic expansion, and secure the country's future.

The Mahama administration aims to reduce the hazards brought on by high unemployment rates by emphasizing inclusivity and job growth. It is anticipated that putting policies into place that encourage creativity and cooperation with the private sector will offer long-term answers to this urgent problem, ultimately boosting Ghana's security and economy.