Governing Board for National Early Warning Centre inaugurated.

President John Dramani Mahama swore in the Governing Board of the National Centre for the Coordination of Early Warning Systems on Friday.

The inauguration of the board reflects the government’s commitment to strengthening national and regional security through proactive early warning and effective crisis response.

The 12-member Governing Board is chaired by the Chief of Staff, Mr. Julius Debrah, and comprises key ministers whose portfolios are critical to national security and crisis management.

• Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak (MP)
• Minister for Defence, Hon. Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah
• Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP)
• Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson (MP)
• Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh (MP)
• Minister for Environment, Science and Technology, Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed (MP)
• Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George (MP)
• Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Dr Dominic Akuritinga Ayine (MP)
• Minister for Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe (MP)
• Coordinator of the National Centre for the Coordination of Early Warning and Response Mechanism, Colonel Emmanuel Sampson.

Established under Act 1070 (Act 2021), the Centre plays a crucial role in identifying emerging crises within Ghana and the broader West African subregion. Its mandate includes implementing enhanced crisis response mechanisms to bridge the gap between early warning signals and timely, effective action.

The National Centre for the Coordination of Early Warning Systems is responsible for delivering timely warnings of threats to national and regional security, with an emphasis on human security.

The Centre collaborates with government agencies, civil society organisations (CSOs), and other key stakeholders to develop and implement robust early warning systems along with tailored response mechanisms.

“This board represents a critical component of our national security architecture. Its work will be pivotal in ensuring we are prepared and able to respond effectively to emerging threats, safeguarding the well-being of our citizens and contributing to regional stability,” President Mahama stated after the swearing-in.