Forty-three personnel of the Ghana Armed Forces have completed an Information Technology training programme aimed at enhancing their technical capabilities to respond to emerging security threats. The programme, organised by the Jackson Institute of Technology and the Ghana Armed Forces School of Information Technology, equipped the personnel with practical IT skills to complement their traditional military operations. The training covered areas such as Networking, Software Engineering, and Data Analysis.
The training programme was designed to prepare the military personnel for the evolving nature of security threats, which increasingly extend beyond conventional battlefields. Dr. Daniel Jackson, Director of the Jackson Institute of Technology, noted that security agencies must develop the capacity to defend both physical territories and digital spaces in a technology-driven era. He encouraged other security agencies to take advantage of the institute's training programmes.
The programme's curriculum was tailored to meet the operational needs of the Ghana Armed Forces. Participants received hands-on training in various technology-related areas to build their technical expertise. This will enable them to operate effectively in cyberspace and address the changing demands of modern warfare. The training marks an important step towards integrating technology into the professional responsibilities of the graduands.
Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, former Minister of Education, attended the graduation ceremony as a special guest. He underscored the importance of acquiring IT skills in an era where cyberspace has become a significant component of national security and development. Dr. Adutwum urged individuals and institutions to prioritise technological education and acquire relevant digital skills to remain competitive.
The graduands have expressed satisfaction with the programme, saying it has equipped them with practical knowledge and skills to improve their work. Fredrick Marbell, the overall best graduating student, described the programme as beneficial and expressed confidence that the knowledge acquired would enable him to apply technology more effectively in carrying out his duties.
The Jackson Institute of Technology offers a range of specialised courses that can be tailored to meet the operational needs of different institutions. Dr. Jackson emphasised that the institute's training programmes are designed to enhance the technical capabilities of security agencies. He encouraged other security agencies to take advantage of these programmes to develop their capacity to respond to emerging security threats.
The IT training programme is a significant step towards enhancing the cyber warfare readiness of the Ghana Armed Forces. The graduands will play a crucial role in defending Ghana's physical and digital spaces. The programme demonstrates the Ghana Armed Forces' commitment to embracing technology and developing the skills needed to address emerging security threats.
Key points
- The programme equipped the personnel with practical IT skills in Networking, Software Engineering, and Data Analysis.
- Dr. Daniel Jackson encouraged other security agencies to take advantage of the institute's training programmes.
- The training marks an important step towards integrating technology into the professional responsibilities of the graduands.
