Ghana’s Military Chief angrily charges at Senior Officer over coup allegation

A high-profile conflict has erupted in the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) involving Chief of Defense Staff Lieutenant General Thomas Oppong-Peprah and Deputy Chief of Staff Major General Joseph Aphour.

During a September 9, 2024 briefing, Lt Gen Oppong-Peprah accused Maj. Gen. Aphour of reporting him to President Akufo-Addo for allegedly plotting a coup.

The meeting descended into chaos, with Lt Gen Oppong-Peprah demanding silence from Maj. Gen. Aphour.

This dispute, linked to past allegations and corruption claims, has left the GAF leadership in turmoil.