The Ghana Armed Forces recently showcased its operational readiness to defend the country against external aggression at the 2026 Land Combat Fire Demonstration Exercise. The event, held at Bundase Training Camp in the Greater Accra Region, was part of the training programme for students of the Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College (GAFCSC), Senior Division Course 48. The exercise was led by the Fifth Infantry Battalion and supported by various other units.
The exercise aimed to test the operational readiness, firepower, and battlefield coordination of the Ghana Armed Forces in responding to external threats. A variety of small arms and light weapons were displayed and put into practical demonstration, including rifles, RPGs, LMG L4A4, Pistol M&P-9, CZ 999 Scorpion, and Taurus PT 92 AF. Artillery equipment was also showcased as part of the exercise.
The Vice Chairman of the Defence and Interior Committee of Parliament, Peter Toobu Lanchene, attended the exercise and described it as an important demonstration of the military's capabilities and preparedness. He emphasized that the Ghana Armed Forces are capable of performing their constitutional duty of defending the nation's sovereignty and integrity.
Peter Toobu Lanchene, the Member of Parliament for Wa West, further stated that the Ghana Armed Forces are prepared and capable of protecting and defending the nation against any threats. He urged those who witnessed the demonstration to inform their leaders that Ghana is a secure country.
Brigadier General Edward Awaribey, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Southern Command of the Ghana Armed Forces Joint Taskforce, outlined the objectives of the exercise. These included demonstrating the integration and employment of fire support assets, illustrating the Ghana Army's concept of operations, and exposing students to the realities of the land battle space.
The exercise also aimed to familiarize participants with major platforms, systems, and weapons that constitute the Ghana Army's combined arms capability. Additionally, it sought to reinforce interoperability and mission command principles in a contested multi-domain environment. The Ghana Navy and Air Force participated in the exercise, highlighting the Armed Forces' ability to synchronize efforts across land, sea, and air.
Brigadier General Edward Awaribey emphasized that the demonstration is a testament to the Ghana Armed Forces' combat readiness, interoperability, situational awareness, and command and control. The exercise serves as a forum for cross-service learning, professional exchange, and capability demonstration, essential for developing the next generation of operational commanders.
Key points
- The Ghana Armed Forces demonstrated its operational readiness and firepower at the 2026 Land Combat Fire Demonstration Exercise.
- The exercise aimed to test the military's capabilities in responding to external threats and showcasing its combined arms capability.
- The event was part of the training programme for students of the Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College (GAFCSC), Senior Division Course 48.
