President John Dramani Mahama has deployed army engineers to Jamaica as part of reconstruction efforts in the country after the hurricane.
The President at the sending-off ceremony said Ghana’s decision to deploy the soldiers is a symbol of the country’s cordial relationship with the Caribbean nation and the international community.
The team of Ghana Army engineers, comprising eight officers and 45 soldiers, is being deployed to assist in building shelters and supporting reconstruction efforts.
During a farewell parade for the team at the Jubilee Lounge within Kotoka International Airport on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, the president noted that the humanitarian mission will strengthen bilateral ties between Ghana and Jamaica.
He has therefore advised the team to serve with dignity and honour while raising the Ghanaian flag high as they head to Jamaica.
President Mahama also expressed gratitude to the United States for its assistance in airlifting the troops to Jamaica.
“Your actions will shape how Ghana is perceived abroad. We expect you to uphold professional excellence, show respect for local authorities and communities, exercise integrity and teamwork, protect one another, and return home safely.”
“When we conceptualised this mission, one of the main obstacles was the ability to transport the troops to Jamaica. The United States of America stepped forward and provided the airlift capacity needed for the mission.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
