Individual storytelling 

Name: Acheampong Gertrude

Course: Introduction To Visual Storytelling

Group: 3


Semester: 2


   GHANA UNDERTAKES COMPREHENSIVE    REVIEW OF NUCLEAR SECURITY STRATEGY TO ENHANCE

NATIONAL SECURITY.

On Monday 9th June 2025, GNA- Ghana has started a high-level review of its Integrated Nuclear

Security Sustainability Plan (INSSP) to enhance national measures against emerging threats

including terrorism and cyber-attacks , safeguarding nuclear materials ,facilities and

technologies. The INSSP , covering the period 2025-2028, is being developed based on identified

areas for improvement and national priorities .

Mr. Kwamena Essilfie Quaison, the Director Of Science, Technology and Innovation , Ministry of

Environment Science and Technology (MEST) speaking in a meeting in Accra described the

reviews as crucial, given the current complex security landscape. The peaceful use of nuclear

science and technology continues to expand, offering benefits in medicine, energy, agriculture

and research. However, this growth also demands enhanced vigilance, he stated.

The meeting brought together nuclear security from Ghana, Nigeria, Egypt the United States of

America and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to engage in technical discussions,

practical exercises and policy dialogues.

Mr. Quaison emphasized that nuclear terrorism and cyber threats to critical infrastructure

require “urgent and coordinated attention”, adding that the INSSP provides a framework to

detect, deter and respond to nuclear security risks.

He expressed appreciation to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the facilitators, the

Nuclear Security Department of the Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NRA), and the Ghana Nuclear

Security Committee for their collaborative efforts in enhancing nuclear security.

Professor Francis Otoo, Acting Director-General of the NRA, emphasized the importance of

implementing strong security measures as Ghana moves forward with plans to incorporate

nuclear power into its energy portfolio.

He noted that the rapid growth of cyber threats, coupled with the nation’s increasing

dependence on digital infrastructure, heightens the vulnerability of nuclear facilities to potentialattacks. As such, he stressed that security must be treated as a priority alongside technological

development.

Prof. Otoo further explained that the Integrated Nuclear Security Support Plan (INSSP), which

was developed voluntarily in collaboration with the IAEA, serves as a comprehensive framework

to help countries like Ghana strengthen their nuclear security systems and ensure the safe

deployment of nuclear energy.

He concluded that “this week’s discussions will shape not only Ghana’s nuclear security policy but also practices that protect the region and future generations.

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