Kofi Ampeah Woode
Air Vice Marshal (AVM) Joshua Lartei Mensah-Larkai has officially handed over authority as Commander, Air Force Base, Tamale to Air Commodore (A /Cdre) Joseph Adu-Gyamfi, at a ceremony held on Wednesday, 14 May 2025 at the Base.
Prior to the official handing-over ceremony, AVM Mensah-Larkai commissioned a new state-of-the-art sports complex, and a crèche for the Base, marking a significant improvement in the Barracks’ facilities.
The ceremony was climaxed with a Guard of Honour mounted by personnel from the 6 Garrison – 6 Infantry Battalion, 69 AirBorne Force, 93 Signal Regiment, and Air Force Base, Tamale.
In his farewell address, AVM Mensah-Larkai, doubling as the 6 Garrison Commander, acknowledged the unwavering support, dedication, and crucial contributions of Officers, Soldiers, and Defence Civilian Staff during his two years and seven months tour of duty.
He highlighted completed and ongoing projects under his command, which prioritized enhancing the quality of life of personnel, and fostering a burgeoning environment.
AVM Mensah-Larkai congratulated the newly appointed Commander, noting that he was inheriting not just a Command, but a supportive family.
He extended his gratitude to all who supported him, including the Regional Minister, Officers, Soldiers and Defence Civilian Staff of the Garrison, sister Security Services, Chiefs, Mr Ibrahim Mahama and his team at DeSimone Limited, civil authorities and individuals.
Present at the ceremony was the Northern Regional Minister – Mr Ali Adolf John Nburidiba, and senior military officers from the General Headquarters, Burma Camp.
Credit: PR DET, N /COMD
