The Minister of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, has called for a review of the maximum age requirement for enlistment into the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF).
In a post shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) page on Wednesday October 8, the minister said it was time for Ghana to reconsider the current age restriction that prevents citizens above 25 years from joining the military.
“I honestly believe it is time for our beloved Nation to re-examine the maximum age for enlistment into our military services,” he wrote.
“There are people in their 30s who are physically fit and sound enough to serve their Nation. We must not deny them this opportunity simply because of their age. There is precedence across the world. I believe an upper limit of 35 years would serve our young people better. Let’s nurture their dreams and not kill it. For God and Country.”
His comment comes after the Ghana Armed Forces began its 2025 recruitment exercise on October 1, maintaining a cut-off age of 25 years for applicants.
Sam George’s statement has since sparked conversation online, with many Ghanaians supporting the idea that the current age limit is too restrictive, especially for individuals who may have pursued higher education or other careers before considering military service.
If adopted, the proposed upper limit of 35 years could open up new opportunities for more Ghanaians who wish to serve in the nation’s security forces.
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