The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Samuel Nartey George (MP) has underscored the significance of the reactivation of Togo’s Independence Day celebrations in Ghana after more than a decade, recognising it as a pivotal moment to reaffirm bonds of cooperation, friendship and solidarity between the two nations.

This was contained in a speech delivered on behalf of His Excellency, the President, John Dramani Mahama at the 65th Independence Day Celebration held at the Togolese High Commission in Accra.

According to the Minister, Ghana takes pride in deepening our bilateral engagement across all sectors, adding, Government is open and ready to work closely with our Togolese counterparts towards the timely reactivation of the Togo High Commission in the near future.

Hon. Samuel Nartey George (MP) indicated that the operationalization of the Noépé-Akanu Joint Border Post is a tangible result of shared efforts.

This initiative, according to him, highlights the commitment to facilitating seamless movement and communication across borders, which is essential for economic growth and regional integration.

He described the longstanding academic cooperation between Ghana and Togo, particularly the partnership between the University of Lomé’s Village of Benin and the Ghanaian Ministry of Education which has greatly enhanced linguistic and cultural ties while nurturing generations of Ghanaians proficient in the French language as a vital asset in today’s increasingly interconnected world. “This is a partnership we deeply value and remain committed to strengthening

The Minister indicated that the Government of Ghana remains open and ready to work closely with Togolese counterparts towards the timely reactivation of the Ghana-Togo Joint Permanent Commission for Cooperation, which serves as a vital mechanism for structured dialogue and collaboration across all sectors.