Ethnic conflicts, land disputes and illicit drugs remain major security concerns – Muntaka
The Minister for the Interior, Mubarak Mohammed Muntaka, has identified ethnic conflicts, land disputes and illicit drugs as major security concerns confronting Ghana, despite what he describes as an improvement in the country’s security situation.
Speaking on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show, the Minister for the Interior, Mubarak Mohammed Muntaka, highlighted ethnic conflicts, land disputes, and illicit drug trafficking as the major security concerns facing Ghana, despite recent improvements in the country's security situation. The instability in the Sahel and Ghana's porous borders have added to the challenges faced by security agencies.
The use of the West African coast as a transit route for illicit drugs, as confirmed by the UN Office on Drugs and Crime, remains a significant concern. Mr. Muntaka also expressed worry about insecurity in the Sahel region, noting that some countries in the region struggle to maintain control over more than 60% of their territory.
He stressed the importance of close cooperation between Ghana and its neighbors, particularly through intelligence sharing, to tackle regional security threats. The nature of Ghana's borders, with over 300 unapproved crossing points compared to 48 approved ones, complicates monitoring and movement control. Internal conflicts, such as the violent situation linked to Bawku, which spread beyond its immediate zone in 2025, have required security operations and mediation efforts.
Although there have been improvements, with 150 days without gunfire in Bawku and a reduction in curfews nationwide, the Minister acknowledged the ongoing challenges and the need for continued vigilance.
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