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24 February 2026 On 20 February 2026, the Government of Ghana formally notified the Government of Togo of its decision to resolve their maritime boundary impasse through international arbitration under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). The Ghanaian authorities cited that eight years of bilateral negotiations had failed to produce an agreement, and expressed a desire to prevent further incidents that were straining relations between the two countrie

Change in any organisation is challenging, particularly within a navy where traditions are profoundly cherished. It is more so when resources are limited and security threats are evolving. In all humility, I am convinced that the Ghana Navy’s experience from 2021 to 2025 under my leadership offers a compelling case study in transformational leadership during times of change. I served as Ghana’s Chief of Naval Staff from February 2021 until March 2025, leveraging the progress

On Thursday, 23rd October 2025 , I had the honour of chairing a Roundtable Discussion on the Definition of Maritime Piracy under Ghanaian Law . The event was jointly organised by the University of Ghana School of Law  and the Department of Marine and Fisheries Sciences , under the auspices of the Ocean Governance Research and Development Project . The roundtable brought together a select group of legal scholars, practitioners, maritime security experts, and representatives fr

“When you drop your cake there will always be people who will try to pick up the pieces” — Baraka Yakubu

Rear Admiral J.R. Hill, in his book Maritime Strategy for Medium Powers , classified states into Super Powers, Medium Powers, and Small...

Culturally, Africans are generally landsmen. They tend to concentrate their activities on land and have little interest in the sea. Even...

Reflecting on 38 years of naval service, including four as Chief of the Naval Staff, Ghana Navy, I look back with humility at the...

In the turbulent 1990s, West Africa faced two of its most brutal civil wars—Liberia and Sierra Leone. Amid the chaos, the ECOWAS...

In security planning, the difference between success and failure often lies not in the availability of resources, but in how those...

Tradition defines who we are. It is the foundation upon which identity, values, and pride are built. Across cultures and professions,...

Strategic thinking is not a luxury in naval command—it is a survival skill. Command at sea is unique because it is exercised in a remote environment, away from immediate oversight. A captain’s decision, taken in the isolation of the open ocean, can have strategic consequences for national security, diplomacy, and even regional stability. It is a responsibility that requires not only tactical competence but the ability to think above the operational horizon, balancing immediat

During my naval career, I was privileged to receive extensive professional military education at United States military institutions. The values, skills, and strategic perspectives I acquired not only shaped my leadership but also proved invaluable when I served as Chief of the Naval Staff of Ghana. Indeed, that U.S. experience helped to deepen cooperation between the Ghana Navy and the United States, particularly in areas such as maritime security and defence diplomacy. It i

Drones have become the tool of choice for both state and non-state actors. Affordable, adaptable, and easy to operate, they are no longer limited to conventional battlefields. In the maritime domain, especially in the Gulf of Guinea, this raises serious concerns. Pirates in the region have shown remarkable adaptability. With access to fast boats, insider intel, and now possibly unmanned aerial systems (UAS), we must ask: What happens when piracy meets drone technology? How co

During my tenure as Chief of the Naval Staff of Ghana, one of the most transformative and enduring partnerships the Ghana Navy nurtured...

In my 38 years as a naval officer—including four years at the helm of the Ghana Navy—I came to understand that leadership at sea is not...

In recent decades, discussions about Africa's development have led to various interpretations. One thought-provoking perspective comes...

I had the privilege of delivering a VIP presentation on the future of naval warfare, where I emphasised that securing our maritime domain...

The Ghana Navy plays a crucial role in safeguarding the nation's waters and ensuring maritime security. Command and leadership within...

The Gulf of Guinea is a vital region for maritime trade and security. Stretching from Senegal to Angola, it is rich in resources and...

The Ghana Navy has a rich history filled with bravery, dedication, and service. Each veteran has a unique story that reflects their...