By Frank Kwame Abbor, GNA
Ho, March 19, GNA – A total of 142 successful military recruits in Ho have received admission letters and prospectuses ahead of training.
The presentation ceremony, held at the 66 Artillery Regiment of the Ghana Armed Forces in the Volta Regional capital on Wednesday March 18, 2026, forms part of the preparations for the next phase of enlistment.
It also coincided with a comprehensive recruitment briefing to orient the selected candidates on expectations, discipline, and responsibilities required in military service.
Lieutenant Colonel Jalani Din Ibrahim, the Commanding Officer of the 66 Artillery Regiment, congratulated the recruits and urged them to brace themselves for a demanding but rewarding journey.
He advised them to use the limited preparation period to ready themselves mentally, emotionally, and physically, noting that the grace period had been shortened compared to the previous two-month duration.
“The training ahead requires commitment, discipline, and resilience. You must take this period seriously and prepare adequately,” he said.
Out of the 142 recruits presented, 88 were enlisted into the Army, 28 into the Air Force, and 26 into the Navy, with one Army recruit absent.
The Commanding Officer personally called out names as recruits received their admission letters and prospectuses in an orderly and disciplined manner.
During the briefing session, officers emphasized strict adherence to military discipline, respect for authority, and responsiveness to commands as core values of the Armed Forces.
“When you are called, respond loudly and confidently with ‘Yes Sir!’ You are not responding to your friend but to your superior,” an officer stressed.
The recruits were also issued acceptance forms to confirm their enlistment and provided with prospectuses detailing reporting dates, required logistics, and training regulations at Shai Hills.
They were cautioned against carrying prohibited items such as mobile phones and perfumes, and informed that communication with family members would be restricted during the training period.
Some recruits expressed gratitude for the opportunity, describing the selection process as rigorous and highly competitive, with physically and mentally demanding stages.
One recruit recounted enduring harsh weather conditions during the screening process, while another said unemployment after school pushed her to apply, expressing joy at her success.
Despite minor challenges, including placement discrepancies among some candidates, officials advised them to comply with directives as the exercise concluded successfully with renewed enthusiasm among recruits.
GNA
Edited by Maxwell Awumah/Benjamin Mensah