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President Mahama Makes Strategic National Security Appointments  

Evans Junior Owuby Evans Junior Owu
January 15, 2025
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President John Dramani Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has announced a series of key appointments to bolster Ghana’s national security infrastructure. 

The appointments, which include seasoned professionals with extensive backgrounds in security, peace-building, and intelligence, signal the government’s commitment to enhancing national security and safeguarding the wellbeing of its citizens.

At the forefront of these appointments is Mr. Prosper Douglas Bani, a former Chief of Staff and Minister for the Interior, who has been named the National Security Advisor to the President. 

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With over 15 years of experience in peace-building and development processes at the United Nations, Mr. Bani’s appointment reflects a strategic move to leverage his international expertise in addressing Ghana’s security challenges.   

Mr. Bani’s career includes a stint as Minister for the Interior from February 29, 2016, to January 6, 2017, during which he played a key role in advancing public safety and internal security. 

Notably, he led the UN/IGAD inter-ministerial response to the humanitarian crises in the Horn of Africa (2011–2012) and managed crisis prevention and recovery programs supporting over 20 African nations while serving as a team leader for the UN Bureau for Crisis Prevention and Recovery (BCPR).  

Prosper Bani
Prosper Douglas Bani, National Security Advisor to the President

Other Appointments  

The President also appointed Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP) Abdul-Osman Razak as the National Security Coordinator. 

Tasked with ensuring a cohesive strategy across all national security initiatives, DCOP Razak is expected to foster inter-agency collaboration to respond effectively to evolving threats.  

DCOP Abdul Osman Razak
DCOP Abdul-Osman Razak, National Security Coordinator

Renowned retired Commissioner of Police Nathan Kofi Boakye has been appointed Director of Operations at the Presidency. 

Known for his operational acumen, COP Boakye’s new role will focus on strengthening the efficiency and effectiveness of security operations to address pressing national security issues.   

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COP Kofi Boakye
COP Nathan Kofi Boakye (Rtd.), Director of Operations at the Presidency

The President also named Charles Kipo as the Director General of the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB).

With a mandate to drive intelligence-led operations and strategic decision-making, Mr. Kipo’s leadership is anticipated to play a pivotal role in preempting and mitigating security threats.  

These appointments underscore President Mahama’s proactive approach to national security, emphasizing expertise, operational efficiency, and intelligence-driven strategies. 

In a statement, Acting Presidential Spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu noted, “The President’s choices reflect his unwavering commitment to protecting the safety and security of all Ghanaians.”   

The appointments come following President John Dramani Mahama’s meeting with all heads of security services in the country and subsequent visit to Bawku, calling for concerted effort to strengthen internal and external security in the country. .

By assembling a team of seasoned professionals, the Mahama administration aims to strengthen Ghana’s security architecture and ensure the country remains a beacon of stability in the sub-region.

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Tags: Charles KipoCOP (Rtd) Nathaniel Kofi BoakyeDCOP Abdul-OsmanFelix Kwaky OfosuPresident John Dramani MahamaProsper Douglas Bani
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