Akufo-Addo Commissions Largest Naval Ship In Ghana’s History At Sekondi

• President Nana Akufo-Addo has commissioned Ghana's biggest ship ever at the Sekondi Naval Base
• Akufo-Addo has also commissioned a Forward Operating Base (FOB) at Ezinlibo in the Western Region
• The president said these developments were part of the modernisation of the Ghana Armed Forces

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has commissioned the nation’s largest ship ever at the Sekondi Naval Base.

The ship has been christened the Ghana Navy Ship Achimota and measures 65 metres in length.

Also on the same day, December 23, Akufo-Addo commissioned a Forward Operating Base (FOB) at Ezinlibo in the Western Region.

In a Facebook post, Akufo-Addo said these developments were part of the modernisation of the Ghana Armed Forces.

"From the establishment of the Navy Training Command to the creation of the Riverine Command, our Armed Forces have been equipped to meet both present and future challenges. I am incredibly proud of the men and women of the Ghana Navy, whose courage, dedication and sacrifice continue to safeguard our nation’s sovereignty and peace."

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"As my time as Commander-in-Chief draws to a close, days like today remind me of the progress we have made together. These milestones are not just a celebration of infrastructure and achievements—they are a legacy of hope and strength for future generations. Let us continue to build a safer, stronger Ghana."

Akufo-Addo commissions Phase II of Obetsebi Lamptey Interchange

On Friday, November 29, 2024, Akufo-Addo commissioned Phase II of the newly completed Obetsebi Lampety Interchange.

The president urged the residents and the public to maintain and protect the edifice so that it could serve its purpose.

He said the project was one of many to address the traffic situation on Accra's roads.

Akufo-Addo commissions Flower Pot Interchange

YEN.com.gh reported that Akufo-Addo recently commissioned the Flower Pot Interchange in Accra.

The project was conceptualised to ease the traffic congestion on the north and south corridors of the Tema Motorway.

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The project, conceived to enhance connectivity and improve commuter travel time, took seven years to complete before its commissioning on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.

The Flower Pot Interchange is an 802-meter dual-carriageway viaduct with asphaltic concrete surfacing.

Source: YEN.com.gh