DIRECTOR GENERAL TRAINING PAYS MAIDEN VISIT TO WNC

The Director General Training (DG Trg) at the General Headquarters of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF), Brigadier General William Archibald Kwabiah, paid his maiden visit to the Western Naval Command (WNC), on Friday 6 November, 2026. During the visit, the DG Trg paid a courtesy call on the Flag Officer Commanding (FOC) WNC, Commodore Stephen Billins Nyam.

In his welcome remarks, the FOC expressed appreciation for the visit and extended a warm reception to the DG Trg. He highlighted the importance of training and professional development in enhancing operational effectiveness and strengthening the capacity of personnel.

The DG Trg was subsequently briefed by the Commanding Officer of the School of Marine Engineering and Combat Systems (SMECS), Commander Michael Nyarko, on the school’s operations, programmes and activities.

The briefing provided an overview of the institution’s mandate, training responsibilities and key areas of operation. It also offered an opportunity for discussions on strengthening training delivery and enhancing the school’s contribution to the development of personnel.

The DG Trg was later led on a tour by the CO of SMECS, during which he inspected some equipment of the school and promised to work on the challenges in order to improve training.

Story by: Enoch TN Opata

Pictures by: Aircraftman Class I Ankomah Robert Peters