Defence Ministry denies claims of military land given to Ibrahim Mahama

The Deputy Minister of Defence, Ernest Brogya Genfi, has rejected claims that military land has been allocated to businessman Ibrahim Mahama, describing the reports as false and misleading. In a Facebook post on April 29, he clarified that no such arrangement exists. He explained that the ongoing work at Burma Camp in Accra is part of a Ghana Armed Forces self-help housing project aimed at replacing old and deteriorating colonial-era buildings within the camp. According to him, Ibrahim Mahama, CEO of Dzata Group Holding Limited, has instead donated GHC120 million to support the project. The funds will be used to construct 10 housing blocks, each containing 16 units, to improve accommodation for military personnel. Mr Genfi said the project is an important step toward improving the welfare and living conditions of members of the Armed Forces. The donation was announced at a fundraising luncheon held at the Ghana Military Academy, chaired by Sam Jonah and attended by corporate leaders and partners of the military. The Deputy Minister thanked Ibrahim Mahama for the contribution, describing it as an act of patriotism and generosity. He also reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting the Armed Forces through infrastructure development and partnerships with the private sector.