Seek proper guidance before enlistment, Kumadoe urges aspiring recruits
Kumadoe observed that many prospective applicants enter the recruitment cycle with little understanding of the requirements and expectations, a situation he says often leads to preventable mistakes that cost them opportunities.
Security Analyst Richard Kumadoe is urging young Ghanaians aspiring to join the country’s security services to seek proper professional guidance before beginning the recruitment process.
Speaking on the Big Mike Breakfast Show on Monday November 24, 2025. Kumadoe observed that many prospective applicants enter the recruitment cycle with little understanding of the requirements and expectations, a situation he says often leads to preventable mistakes that cost them opportunities.
“There is a lack of education and a lack of public awareness among aspiring recruits. If you are not from a military family or pass through the cadet system, you need to seek counselling and guidance. Many of the applicants did not do that.”
He stressed that the security services, particularly the Ghana Armed Forces, should never be seen merely as a source of stable employment. Rather, he described the sector as a lifelong call to national service that demands discipline, emotional readiness, and a clear understanding of the sacrifices involved.
“You don’t go to the military to look for jobs; you go to the military to serve, and while you are serving, it is the ultimate sacrifice to our country. People see the military as a place where they can have a secure job and have a secure salary.”
The security analyst further raised concerns about ongoing challenges within the recruitment processes themselves. According to him, certain procedural flaws, if not addressed, could have dire consequences for the integrity and effectiveness of Ghana’s security architecture in the long term.
“Once the selection procedure is flawed, the outcome will be flawed for many years. If you go to the police, you have political police, you have protocol police, and you have professional police.” He said
Kumadoe, who is also a fraud prevention expert, cautioned against the increasing trend where political actors openly boast about securing recruitment slots for individuals. He described the practice as dangerous and deeply problematic, arguing that it erodes public confidence and weakens the foundation of discipline and meritocracy upon which security institutions are built.
He concluded by urging the relevant authorities to strengthen recruitment protocols and ensure that the process remains transparent, professional, and free from undue political influence.
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