FOC WNC TOURS FOBs ALONG WESTERN BORDERS

The Flag Officer Commanding (FOC), Western Naval Command (WNC), Commodore Stephen Billins Nyam, undertook a familiarisation tour of Naval Base Ezinlibo and forward operating locations along Ghana’s western borders. The tour, conducted on Wednesday 25 September 2026, formed part of the FOC’s efforts to gain first-hand knowledge of the operational environment within the western maritime and border areas, as well as assess accommodation facilities and other properties under the Command.

Upon arrival at Naval Base Ezinlibo, Commodore Nyam and his entourage were welcomed by the Officer Commanding the Base, Naval Captain Samuel Boateng Asiedu, and subsequently briefed on the Base before embarking on a tour. As part of the familiarisation tour, Commodore Nyam proceeded to the Forward Operating Bases along Ghana’s western borders, including the Naval Detachment at Jeway Wharf and the New Town Anti-Smuggling Operations Detachment.

The visits to the forward locations allowed the FOC to interact with personnel and gain insight into their operational responsibilities, particularly their role in supporting efforts to secure Ghana’s western borders and counter illicit activities within the area. At the border locations, Commodore Nyam commended personnel of the Ghana Navy and the collaborating security agencies for their efforts in securing the country’s borders. He assured them that concerns and challenges identified during the tour would receive the necessary attention.

He further urged personnel to remain vigilant and professional in the discharge of their duties, particularly in view of the growing national security concerns over narcotics and other illicit activities. The FOC cautioned personnel against involvement in such activities and encouraged them to uphold discipline, integrity and professionalism at all times.

The FOC was accompanied by the Command Operations Officer (COO), Commander Joshua Mac Simpiney, the Commanding Officer, Naval Base Sekondi, Commander Charles Darkwah, among others. 

Story by: Cpl Ayim Prince

Pictures by: ACI Ankomah Robert Peters