Tema’s bold transformation into Ghana’s premier 24-hour economy has received a powerful endorsement from its Mayor, Hon. Ebi Bright, who has hailed the Eastern Naval Command (ENC) as a cornerstone of the city’s progress.
Speaking at the induction of Commodore Solomon Asiedu-Larbi as the new Flag Officer Commanding the Eastern Naval Command and 1 Garrison Commander, Hon. Bright underscored the Navy’s indispensable role in securing Tema’s future.
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She stressed that Tema’s prosperity is directly tied to the ENC’s vigilance and sacrifices:
“The Eastern Naval Command isn’t just protecting today’s commerce – you’re securing tomorrow’s prosperity. Every safe passage through our waters builds investor confidence. Every successful anti-piracy patrol strengthens Ghana’s reputation as a secure maritime destination.”
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Safeguarding Ghana’s Lifeline
The MCE praised the Command for safeguarding Ghana’s 550-kilometre coastline, protecting vital shipping lanes that handle over 70 percent of the country’s international trade, and defending maritime resources that sustain thousands of Ghanaian families.
With Tema’s round-the-clock port operations, late-night shipping schedules, and extended fishing activities, Hon. Bright stressed that the Navy’s presence ensures uninterrupted commerce.
“As Tema embraces its destiny as a 24-hour economy, the Navy’s support remains indispensable,” she noted.
Civil-Military Collaboration
Hon. Bright also highlighted ongoing civilian-military collaboration through the Metropolitan Security Council (MESEC), including reforms in premix fuel distribution to guarantee fairness and transparency for fishing communities.
She paid heartfelt tribute to officers, ratings, and their families:
“While others sleep, you patrol our waters. While families celebrate holidays, you stand watch. This quiet professionalism deserves our deepest gratitude.”
A Shared Vision for Growth
Pledging the Assembly’s unwavering support for Commodore Asiedu-Larbi’s leadership, Hon. Bright emphasized that Tema’s dream of becoming a true 24-hour economy can only be realized with strong and sustained maritime security.
She concluded:
“Tema’s growth story cannot be written without the Navy. The Eastern Naval Command is not just our shield – it is our partner in prosperity.”
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