GWCL MD rallies Armed Forces for water security push

The Managing Director of Ghana Water Limited (GWL), Adam Mutawakilu, has called for stronger collaboration with the Ghana Armed Forces as part of efforts to safeguard the country’s water resources and infrastructure.

This formed part of a working visit to the Chief of Defence Staff, William Agyapong, where both sides explored ways to deepen institutional cooperation in addressing growing concerns around water security.

The meeting focused on strengthening the partnership between GWL and the military to protect critical water systems and ensure the long-term sustainability of the water supply across the country. The engagement also highlighted the increasing need for coordinated responses to threats facing water infrastructure.

During the discussions, Mr Mutawakilu underscored the importance of water as a strategic national resource, stressing that its protection goes beyond basic service delivery and forms a key part of national security.

He noted that ensuring the safety, sustainability, and equitable distribution of water requires strong collaboration among state institutions, particularly between utility providers and security agencies.

The GWL Managing Director described the growing relationship between Ghana Water Limited and the Armed Forces as both encouraging and necessary, especially in the face of emerging challenges such as illegal activities around water bodies and potential threats to infrastructure.

He expressed confidence that closer cooperation would enhance efforts to safeguard water systems and improve the reliability of supply to communities across the country.

Mr Mutawakilu further indicated that the partnership would play a critical role in ensuring uninterrupted water delivery to homes, businesses and essential services, while also supporting broader national development objectives.

He reaffirmed GWL’s commitment to working closely with the security services, noting that sustained collaboration with key institutions remains central to the company’s mandate.

According to him, protecting water resources is not only about infrastructure but also about securing the well-being of citizens and supporting economic growth.

The engagement also reflects a broader shift towards recognising water security as a critical component of national stability, with increased emphasis on inter-agency coordination to address risks.

As pressures on water systems continue to grow, both institutions are expected to strengthen joint efforts to ensure that Ghana’s water resources remain protected, sustainable and accessible to all.