Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has reiterated government’s commitment to equipping the Ghana Navy with the resources needed to safeguard the country’s maritime space and drive the national Blue Economy agenda.

Speaking at the Ghana Navy Memorial Day parade at the Western Naval Command in Sekondi, the Vice President commended the Navy for its strong record in maritime security and paid tribute to fallen personnel whose sacrifices, she said, remain critical to Ghana’s overall security.

She acknowledged the constraints facing the Navy, particularly the shortage of platforms and essential facilities, and assured personnel that government is taking steps to address them.

“Government has been made aware of the constraints facing the Navy, including insufficient platforms and other facilities,” she noted.

“We are exploring every avenue to better equip the Ghana Navy and will tackle the other challenges with the urgency they deserve.”

Prof. Opoku-Agyemang also urged personnel to maintain professionalism and strengthen partnerships with other maritime stakeholders to protect Ghana’s territorial waters.

“I entreat you to continue to work hard in collaboration with other maritime stakeholders to improve maritime security and preserve our territorial integrity,” she said.

The ceremony marked the 11th Ghana Navy Memorial Day, commemorating the service and sacrifices of naval personnel and reflecting on the role of maritime security in national development, particularly under the Blue Economy initiative aimed at sustainably harnessing Ghana’s marine resources.