Story by Lance Corporal Quansah Abigail

Pictures by Aircraftman Class I Ankomah Robert Peters

The Director General Training at the General Headquarters of the Ghana Armed Forces, Brigadier General William Adarkwa Kwabiah, paid his maiden visit to Air Force Base Takoradi on Friday, 6 November 2026, as part of his familiarisation tour of training schools under 2 Garrison.

The visit was aimed at acquainting himself with the activities, training programmes and challenges of the various training institutions, while exploring opportunities to enhance training standards, promote joint training and strengthen operational readiness across the Ghana Armed Forces.

Upon his arrival, Brigadier General Kwabiah was received by the Acting Base Commander, Air Force Base Takoradi, Group Captain Kwabena Krampah Antwi. He subsequently inspected a quarter guard mounted in his honour.

During an engagement with the Base leadership, discussions focused on improving training standards, addressing challenges confronting training institutions and enhancing operational readiness.

As part of the visit, the Commanding Officers of the Flight Training School (FTS) and Air Force Recruit Training School (AFRTS) delivered presentations highlighting their respective training programmes, infrastructure developments and operational challenges.

Brigadier General Kwabiah subsequently toured the two training schools, where he inspected training facilities and interacted with instructors, staff and trainees to gain firsthand insight into their activities and training environments.

He commended the Officers, Airmen and trainees for their dedication, discipline and professionalism, and acknowledged their contributions towards developing skilled and competent personnel for the Ghana Armed Forces.