President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS), assuring its Governing Council of sustained support to retool and modernise the institution.
The assurance was given at Jubilee House when the Council, led by Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, paid a courtesy call on the President to formally introduce its members and brief him on ongoing reforms within the Service.
President Mahama described the GIS as a critical national institution, noting that it serves as Ghana’s first point of entry and a key symbol of the country’s sovereignty. He praised the Council for its forward-looking approach, particularly the introduction of Project SECOBOR (Secure Our Borders), which seeks to leverage public and private partnerships to strengthen border security.
“I assure you of the government’s support to address your logistical constraints. We are working to improve your conditions of service so you can effectively carry out your mandate,” he said.
The Interior Minister outlined a number of reform initiatives being pursued under government policy, including the construction of seven new regional immigration offices across the country. He said the move is aimed at bringing services closer to the public while tightening border management systems.
Mr Mohammed-Mubarak also reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to providing strategic policy direction, mobilising resources, and strengthening institutional capacity within the Service.
Chairman of the Governing Council, Rev. Stephen Wengam, appealed for the President’s backing for the SECOBOR initiative, stressing that it would significantly enhance the operational capabilities of the GIS through strategic partnerships.
President Mahama commended the Council and the Minister for what he described as their “good work” and reiterated the government’s readiness to support the Service to effectively discharge its responsibilities.
