Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Sam Nartey George, has called for a national discussion on revising the maximum age for enlistment into Ghana’s military and security services.
In a post on his X (formerly Twitter) page, the outspoken legislator said it was time for Ghana to “re-examine” the age restrictions that prevent physically capable citizens in their 30s from serving their country.
“I honestly believe it is time for our beloved Nation to re-examine the maximum age for enlistment into our military services,” he wrote.
“There are people in their 30s who are physically fit and sound enough to serve their Nation. We must not deny them this opportunity simply because of their age.”
George further argued that many countries around the world allow military enlistment up to age 35, and Ghana could adopt a similar policy to expand opportunities for capable and willing citizens.
“There is precedence across the world. I believe an upper limit of 35 years would serve our young people better. Let’s nurture their dreams and not kill them,” he added.
His remarks have sparked renewed debate on social media, with many users supporting the idea as a way to make recruitment processes more inclusive, while others argue that military service requires younger recruits for long-term effectiveness.
Currently, the Ghana Armed Forces typically sets the maximum enlistment age at 26 years for most entry-level roles, though certain specialized positions allow for slightly higher limits.
I honestly believe it is time for our beloved Nation to re-examine the maximum age for enlistment into our military services.
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— Sam ‘Dzata’ George 🦁🇬🇭 (@samgeorgegh) October 8, 2025
Sam George’s call adds to ongoing discussions about reforming recruitment policies across the public sector to better reflect changing demographics and employment realities in the country.
