The Ghana Armed Forces have deepened their defence cooperation with France with the launch of a specialised Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Training Course at the Ghana Army School of Ammunition and Explosives (GASAE) at Michel Camp, Tema.
The course, which commenced on Monday, January 26, 2026, is being conducted in collaboration with the French Armed Forces and is aimed at strengthening Ghana’s capacity to detect, manage and respond effectively to CBRN threats.
Participants are being equipped with modern technical knowledge and international best practices to ensure the safe and efficient handling of CBRN incidents at both tactical and strategic levels.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, the Guest of Honour, the Deputy Chief of Staff (Logistics) at Army Headquarters, Brigadier General Jude Bari Mwinyel, underscored the growing importance of CBRN expertise in contemporary military operations.
He noted that CBRN proficiency is now a critical component of force readiness, enabling effective threat detection, deterrence and response, while also enhancing the military’s ability to support civil authorities during national emergencies.
Brigadier General Mwinyel emphasised that precision and discipline in CBRN operations are essential to preventing potentially catastrophic consequences, urging participants to combine technical competence with strict adherence to established procedures.
The French Defence Attaché to Ghana, Colonel Grégoire Madelin, commended the vision of the Chief of the Army Staff in prioritising the development of a dedicated CBRN capability within the Ghana Armed Forces.
He reaffirmed France’s long-term commitment to supporting Ghana’s defence capacity-building efforts, describing the training course as a foundational step towards more advanced and specialised CBRN training pathways.
According to Colonel Madelin, the initiative reflects the strength and durability of Ghana–France defence relations, built on shared security interests, mutual trust and sustained military collaboration.
The Acting Commanding Officer of GASAE, Lieutenant Colonel Frank Tetteh-Kumah, expressed appreciation to the French Armed Forces for their continued technical and training support. He highlighted the relevance of the course at a time when security threats are increasingly shaped by industrial accidents, terrorism and the potential misuse of hazardous materials.
He noted that the training would significantly enhance the preparedness of the Ghana Armed Forces to respond to both military and civilian CBRN incidents, reinforcing national and regional security.
The CBRN training programme forms part of broader efforts to modernise the Ghana Armed Forces and strengthen international defence partnerships to address emerging and complex security challenges.
