The newly-appointed Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Major General William Agyapong, has officially taken command of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF), leading its strategic direction and overseeing its operations.

This update was shared on the Facebook page of Ghana Armed Forces on Thursday, March 27, 2025.

The post read, “Major General William Agyapong has assumed command of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) as the Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS) to oversee the strategic direction and operations of the service.

“He will also collaborate closely with other security agencies to ensure the safety and security of the country.

“In his address, Major General Agyapong pledged full commitment to safeguard national security, strengthen the armed forces and address emerging threats. He assured the nation of his dedication to maintaining stability and peace while working tirelessly to enhance military capability and preparedness.”

Brief profile of Major General William Agyapong

Major General William Agyapong attended Effiduase Secondary Commercial School (EFFISCO) in the Ashanti Region before proceeding to Tema Secondary School for his Sixth Form education.

He joined the Ghana Armed Forces in November 1988 and was commissioned as an Infantry Officer in August 1990 after completing the Regular Career Course, Intake 30.

Throughout his career, he has held several key command and administrative positions, contributing significantly to military operations and training programs.

Major General Agyapong also has extensive experience in international peacekeeping operations, having served in some of the world’s most volatile regions, including Liberia (ECOMOG), Gambia (ECOMIG), Lebanon (UNIFIL), and Rwanda (UNAMIR).

Between 2013 and 2016, he worked as a strategic planner at the United Nations Secretariat.

Since September 2023, he has served as the Military Advisor to Ghana’s Permanent Representative at the UN.

The newly appointed CDS holds multiple academic and professional qualifications, including a Master of Science in Professional Accountancy from the University of London, UK; a Master of Arts in International Security and Strategy from King’s College London, UK; and a Diploma in Forensic Accounting from the Brentwood Institute, UK.

He is also a Chartered Accountant and a member of the Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA), UK.

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