The 13th handing-over ceremony of the Air Force Cadet Corps of Sonrise Christian High School was held on Saturday, as part of the school’s 17th graduation ceremony.

Second Lieutenant Matilda Naakpansun Bagmae of the 66 Artillery Regiment, Ho, served as Reviewing Officer.

Second Lt. Bagmae commended the cadets for their discipline, resilience, loyalty, and teamwork, describing the event as “a rite of passage symbolizing continuity, discipline, leadership, and service.”

She noted that the cadet movement goes beyond drills, as it instills responsibility, self-discipline, and confidence, shaping members into capable future leaders.

“Leadership is not about holding power but about responsibility, accountability, and sacrifice for the good of others,” she said, urging the cadets to uphold discipline in all aspects of life — time management, dressing, speech, and relationships with teachers, parents, and peers.

To the outgoing cadet leadership, she expressed appreciation for their dedicated service and high standards, while encouraging the incoming leaders to lead by example, uphold integrity, and inspire unity of purpose.

“Being a cadet is a calling to be disciplined, respectful, and to lead with integrity. Do not misuse your uniform to intimidate or mistreat others. True leadership is about service, not arrogance,” she stressed.

The Reviewing Officer also reminded the student body that discipline is the foundation of excellence in both academic and professional life.

She said the Ghana Armed Forces, particularly the 66 Artillery Regiment, take pride in supporting youth programs like the cadet corps, which instill patriotism, civic responsibility, and leadership.

She further appealed to past students and stakeholders to support the Sonrise Cadet Corps with logistics and resources to sustain effective training.

Mr. Desire Akakpo, the long-serving Cadet Instructor of the school, praised the outgoing officers for serving with dedication, respect, and humility.

He expressed confidence that the new leaders would emulate their seniors, adding that many past Sonrise cadet officers are now serving as senior officers across Ghana’s security services.