Parliament passes National Defence University Bill, 2026 to consolidate GAF tertiary education

Accra, July 16, GNA – Parliament has passed the National Defence University Bill, 2026, paving the way for the establishment of a dedicated university, to consolidate and coordinate the tertiary education programmes of the Ghana Armed Forces.

The new institution is expected to serve as a premier centre of excellence for defence and security education, research, capacity building and policy development in Ghana and across Africa.

The Bill was approved on Friday following consideration of a report by the Joint Committee of Parliament, which described it as a “significant milestone in strengthening defence and security education in the country.”

The National Defence University will offer diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD programmes to both military personnel and civilians engaged in national security and defence.

The Joint Committee said the legislation provides “a robust legal and administrative framework for consolidating existing military institutions into a world-class University.”