The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) will immediately commence rider training for its trainees at the Immigration Tactical Training School in Kyebi, following the donation of 21 motorbikes and riding gear by the German Federal Police.
Comptroller-General of Immigration, Mr. Samuel Basintale Amadu, announced at a brief ceremony at the GIS National Headquarters that the motorbikes and protective equipment—including gloves, boots, and jackets—would enhance officers’ mobility and readiness ahead of deployment. He highlighted that motorbikes are crucial for patrolling Ghana’s diverse border terrain effectively.
Mr. Amadu expressed gratitude to the German Embassy and the German Federal Police for their sustained partnership, assuring that the donated items would be efficiently deployed and maintained to maximize operational impact.
Senior Director of the German Federal Police, Mr. Marco Zack, emphasized that the donation would strengthen border patrols, facilitate rapid incident response, and enhance security in border communities, contributing to both Ghana’s and Germany’s security. He commended GIS personnel for their professionalism, dedication, and resilience.
The initiative forms part of ongoing efforts to boost the operational capacity and sustainability of the Ghana Immigration Service, ensuring officers are better equipped to manage cross-border challenges and maintain peace and stability.
Other officials present at the ceremony included Madam Evelyn L. Lotsu, Acting Deputy Comptroller-General for Finance and Administration, DCOI Maud A. Quainoo, DCOI Yakubu Hudu Mohammed, DCOI Kojo Oppong Yeboah, and Chief Staff Officer ACI Gordon Saah.
