CDS inspects Ghana Army Legacy Project as work progresses steadily

The Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS), Lieutenant General William Agyapong, together with the Generals and senior Officers, inspected the ongoing Ghana Army Legacy projects at Teshie.

The inspection was to assess the progress and ensure the timely completion of the facilities.

Overall, the inspection reaffirmed the Ghana Army’s commitment to developing modern military infrastructure to improve administration, enhance operational readiness and provide a conducive working environment for personnel.

The Project and Service Officer at the Army Headquarters, Colonel (Col) Albert Tekyi, briefing the delegation on the construction progress of the COAS Legacy project located at Whistler Barracks, Teshie indicated that, the three-storey building was approximately 75 per cent complete.

He outlined the stages of work from excavation and foundation construction to the structural framework, plastering, and tiling.

Col Tekyi further expressed confidence that CGM Company Limited (the project contractors) would complete the remaining works within the planned timeframe, with finishing works expected in the coming weeks.

In his remarks, Lieutenant General Agyapong expressed appreciation to the Engineers of the 49 Engineers Regiment and CGM Company Limited for their hard work, dedication and sacrifices towards the projects.

He commended their efforts and urged them to sustain the momentum to ensure that the facilities were completed within the stipulated deadlines.

The project is expected to strengthen the Army’s capacity to discharge its constitutional responsibilities and contribute to national security.

Source: Ghana Army Public Relations