President John Dramani Mahama has declared the deployment of 60,000 additional surveillance cameras across the nation as part of a significant initiative aimed at modernizing Ghana’s national security and intelligence framework.
This announcement was made during the inauguration of the National Signals Bureau in the Volta Region on Friday, 5 December, reaffirming the government’s dedication to investing in technology and enhancing capacity to fortify intelligence operations.
“In line with our long-term vision to modernise national security, the government is committing resources to technological infrastructure and capacity development throughout the intelligence sector. These investments encompass the deployment of 60,000 additional surveillance cameras nationwide, the installation of 500 new 4G and 5G communication sites, the upgrading of the integrated national security communication system, and the application of advanced analytics and artificial intelligence,” President Mahama articulated.
He also disclosed plans to establish a new Data Surveillance and Cyber Defence Centre in Accra, which will function as the headquarters of the National Signals Bureau, while regional command centres will be expanded throughout the country to enhance coordination among security agencies.
According to the President, these upgrades will improve collaboration among intelligence and security agencies, protect digital and financial systems, and bolster Ghana’s capacity to respond promptly to emerging threats.
The inauguration of the National Signals Bureau represents a crucial advancement in utilizing modern technology for national security, ensuring that Ghana is better equipped to tackle both physical and cyber threats.
