Forty National Service Personnel posted to TDC Ghana Ltd for the 2025–2026 service year have completed a two-week Basic Military Orientation Programme at the Ghana Armed Forces’ 1st Infantry Battalion at Michel Camp, near Tema.

The personnel, made up of 22 males and 18 females, began the training on March 9, 2026, and officially passed out on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, after undergoing intensive drills and practical sessions.

Participants, who undertook their national service with TDC Ghana Ltd, were taken through physical drills, leadership development, first aid, communication skills, fire safety and responsible citizenship.

Management of TDC Ghana Ltd explained that the programme was essential in preparing personnel for both workplace demands and national service.

Speaking at the ceremony, the reviewing officer, Ruth Dela Seddoh, Director-General of the National Service Authority (NSA), said the programme aligns with the vision outlined by President John Dramani Mahama during the 2025/2026 State of the Nation Address, where the importance of such initiatives in developing responsible and productive citizens was highlighted.

She said the orientation programme forms part of a new initiative by the Authority to promote discipline, leadership, national pride and civic responsibility among National Service Personnel.

Ms Seddoh indicated that the programme is not intended to militarise the youth but rather to equip them with essential life skills such as time management, teamwork and emergency preparedness.

She disclosed that there are plans to scale up the programme nationwide by July this year, potentially covering up to 10,000 personnel, following the success of the pilot phase undertaken by TDC Ghana Ltd.

She added that the successful completion of the programme is expected to serve as a model for future training initiatives aimed at shaping disciplined and responsible young professionals for national development.

The Managing Director of TDC Ghana Ltd, Courage Makafui Nunekpeku, described the initiative as historic, noting that TDC is the first institution in the country to implement such a programme for National Service Personnel.

“This is not merely a passing-out ceremony; it is about transformation. Over the past two weeks, you have been shaped through discipline, resilience, and respect for authority,” he said.

He urged the personnel to uphold discipline, integrity and a strong sense of service as they return to their duties, emphasising that Ghana needs principled individuals who can be trusted to do the right thing at all times.

Mr Nunekpeku said the completion of the first cohort marks a significant step in efforts to instil discipline and patriotism among young graduates.

He also commended the Ghana Armed Forces, particularly the 1st Infantry Battalion, for their professionalism and dedication in training the personnel.