Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire commission 37 new boundary pillars after 150km reaffirmation exercise
Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire have jointly commissioned 37 newly constructed International Boundary Pillars (IBPs) as part of efforts to reaffirm and strengthen the land boundary between the two countries.
Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire have recently installed 37 new International Boundary Pillars (IBPs) as part of a 150km reaffirmation exercise to strengthen their shared land boundary. The commissioning events took place in New Town, Ghana, and Diby, Côte d’Ivoire, marking the completion of the first phase of the joint effort overseen by the Ghana Boundary Commission (GhBC).
Funded by Germany’s GIZ and the African Union Border Programme, the pillars consist of a Terminus Pillar, Main Pillars, Intermediate Pillars, and Border Crossing Pillars. Major General Anthony Ntem, GhBC Commissioner-General, emphasized that clearly defined boundaries promote cooperation and regional integration, urging stakeholders to view the pillars as symbols of certainty, peace, and unity.
The Executive Secretary of Côte d’Ivoire's National Boundary Commission, Dr Diakalidia Konate, highlighted the exercise's aim to make the international boundary more visible and encouraged uninterrupted commitment from technical teams as they proceed to Phase Two, which will span around 400km.
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