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Mahama Appoints New Heads for Fire, Prisons & Immigration Services

President John Dramani Mahama has made key appointments in Ghana’s security services, naming new heads for the Ghana Prisons Service, Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), and the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS).A statement from the presidency, signed by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the Minister in charge of Government Communications, confirmed that Patience Baffoe-Bonnie is now the Director-General of the Ghana Prisons Service, Mawusi Ntow-Sapong takes over as Chief Fire Officer, and Samuel Basentale Amadu has been appointed Comptroller-General of the Ghana Immigration Service.These changes follow last week’s appointment of Christian Tetteh Yohuno as the new Inspector-General of Police (IGP), signaling a major shake-up in the country's security leadership.Baffoe-Bonnie, a seasoned lawyer and corrections expert, has been in the Prisons Service since 1987, contributing to policy reforms and prison health management. Ntow-Sapong, previously a Deputy Chief Fire Officer, has played a key role […]

Edem 4Style March 15, 2025

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NORTH EAST

73 Illegal Miners Arrested in Tilli Forest Crackdown

A joint security operation has led to the arrest of 73 illegal miners in the Tilli Forest, spanning the Bawku West and Nabdam districts of the Upper East Region.Among those arrested were two Burkinabé nationals, 27 Togolese, and 41 Ghanaians, including three children. Security forces also seized mining equipment such as air compressors, drilling machines, and motorbikes.The raid was conducted following a request by the Paramount Chief of the Sakote Traditional Area, Naba Sigiri Bewong, who raised concerns about the destruction of the forest and the pollution of the Red Volta River.Regional Minister Donatus Akamugri Atanga assured that further operations would be carried out to eliminate illegal mining activities in other forest reserves. He also urged chiefs and residents to report illegal miners to help protect the environment.

Edem 4Style March 5, 2025

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UPPER EAST

Police Neutralize Armed Robber in Shootout on Wenchi-Wa Highway.

The Police in Wenchi, Bono Region, shot and killed a suspected armed robber in the early hours of December 28, 2024, during an exchange of gunfire. The incident occurred on the Wenchi-Wa Highway around 3:40 a.m. when four armed suspects attacked passengers on a Sprinter minibus and a Yutong bus.Upon receiving a distress call, the police patrol team responded, only to be met with gunfire from the robbers. The officers retaliated, killing one suspect, while the other three escaped into the bush.Recovered items include a locally manufactured single-barrel gun, six BB cartridges, cash, and a student bag containing two Itel mobile phones and a power bank believed to be stolen.Authorities have launched a manhunt for the escaped suspects and are continuing investigations.

Edem 4Style December 31, 2024

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Ignore misinformation on ammunition transport – Ghana Armed Forces

The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has dismissed allegations circulating on social media about a civilian vehicle being used to transport ammunition from the 5 Battalion of Infantry's Magazine. According to a statement signed by Brigadier General Eric Aggrey Quashie on December 25, 2024, the claims are false.The GAF clarified that the vehicle in question was not used for ammunition but to deliver a live cow intended for quarantine before being relocated to a kraal near the Magazine. They urged the public to verify facts before sharing information that could incite fear and disrupt national peace, especially during the festive season.The statement emphasized the dangers of spreading unverified information, highlighting its potential to cause unnecessary panic and tension.

Edem 4Style December 27, 2024

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BONO EAST

Curfew Imposed on Sampa Amidst Chieftaincy Dispute Tensions.

The Ghanaian Minister for the Interior, Henry Quartey, has imposed a nighttime curfew on Sampa Township in the Jaman North District, Bono Region, following rising tensions over a local chieftaincy dispute. Effective October 24, 2024, the curfew restricts movement from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. daily until further notice.This decision was advised by the Bono Regional Security Council to maintain peace and prevent further conflicts in the area. The Interior Ministry also enforced a ban on carrying firearms, ammunition, or any offensive weapons in Sampa. Violators of the ban will face arrest and prosecution. In a call for calm, the government urged local chiefs, youth, and community leaders to prioritize peaceful solutions and avoid violence.

Edem 4Style October 29, 2024

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NORTH EAST

Government Denies Allegations of Militant Activity in Northern Ghana.

The Ghanaian government has officially refuted claims that Islamist militants from Burkina Faso are using parts of northern Ghana as hidden logistical or medical bases. This response follows reports that these militants may be utilizing Ghanaian territory to support insurgent activities across the border. According to Palgrave Boakye-Danquah, the government’s security spokesperson, cross-border activities with Burkina Faso are largely trade-related, with no evidence indicating militant exploitation of Ghanaian lands.On October 25, 2024, Mr. Boakye-Danquah assured the public that Ghana’s security forces are fully committed to safeguarding the country’s northern borders, monitoring the area closely, and ensuring no spillover from Burkina Faso's security issues. He emphasized that these allegations are unsubstantiated and encouraged citizens to trust in the government’s dedication to national security.

Edem 4Style October 26, 2024

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