14/09/2026
STUDENTS EXPERIENCE MILITARY TRADITION AS GHAF TAKES OVER JUBILEE HOUSE GUARD DUTIES
Story by Flight Sergeant Aidoo Obed
Pictures by Warrant Officer Class I Anku Mawuli
Students from selected educational institutions experienced military tradition, precision and discipline firsthand as the Ghana Air Force (GHAF) took over presidential guard duties during the 49th Guard Changing Ceremony at the Jubilee House on Monday, 14 September 2026.
The ceremony afforded the students an opportunity to witness coordinated drills and ceremonial procedures performed by personnel of the incoming Ghana Air Force and outgoing Ghana Navy guards. The impressive display highlighted the discipline, teamwork and professionalism associated with military service.
Participating institutions included Aburi Methodist Primary B School, Asantewaa Kunadu Academy, Ultimate International Schools, Espo Best Child School, Faith Presbyterian School and the University of Ghana Public Administration Students’ Association, Legon.
The ceremony also marked the completion of the Ghana Navy’s three-month tour of duty and the commencement of the Ghana Air Force’s responsibility for security and ceremonial duties at the Jubilee House for the final quarter of the year.
The Vice President of the Republic of Ghana, Her Excellency Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, witnessed the ceremony alongside Ministers of State, the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Vice Marshal Eric Agyen-Frempong, Chief of Staff at the General Headquarters, Air Vice Marshal Joshua Lartei Mensah-Larkai, senior officers from the various security services and other government officials.
