GAF holds send-off parade for eight retiring Generals

The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) recently held a send-off parade to honor eight retiring Generals on Friday, September 25, 2026, at Burma Camp in Accra. The ceremony, part of the GAF's tradition of acknowledging senior officers at the end of their careers, brought together military personnel, stakeholders, and family members to celebrate the retiring Generals and recognize their dedication to Ghana.

Chief of Staff Air Vice Marshal Joshua Lartei Mensah-Larkai praised the eight retiring Generals for their leadership, sacrifices, and contributions to the Ghana Armed Forces, urging them to remain ambassadors of the institution post-retirement. Air Marshal Michael Samson Oje, the special guest of honor, emphasized the importance of continued connections between retired officers and the Armed Forces, urging them to share their experience in ways that benefit national development.

The retiring Generals expressed appreciation for the honor, acknowledging the support from their commanders, colleagues, subordinates, friends, and families. They emphasized the importance of upholding the core values of the Ghana Armed Forces, professionalism, and dedication to the nation. The ceremony also recognized the significant sacrifices and responsibilities associated with senior military leadership, with the eight Generals looking forward to a new phase of service beyond uniformed duty.

The send-off parade affirmed the significant roles played by retired officers in maintaining the GAF's institutional knowledge and expertise, which continue to contribute to national development and the broader security discourse.