Gov't launches investigation into Hamile explosion - Interior Minister

The Ghanaian Interior Minister, Muntaka Mubarak Mohammed, has announced that an investigation is underway into the Hamile explosion to determine the events leading up to the incident. In a parliamentary address on November 3, the Minister emphasized that the findings of the investigation will guide the government's subsequent actions.

He stressed that it would be premature to speculate on the cause of the explosion at this point, stating, "At this stage, it will be premature to draw conclusions about its cause or the events that led to it."

The investigation will be conducted jointly by security agencies, Mr Mubarak assured, and the Ghana Immigration Service will provide updates as more verified information becomes available. The Minister highlighted the importance of prioritizing the safety of security personnel stationed at the country's borders, noting that the well-being of these officers is crucial to border security. He reassured the House that the investigation aims to ensure that any necessary measures arising from the findings are duly considered.

Hamile is a border town in the Lambussie District of the Upper West Region, situated along the boundary with Burkina Faso. The explosion, which resulted in the death of one Immigration Officer and serious injury to another, has raised significant security concerns. The Interior Ministry pledged to release the findings of the investigation once they are verified and made publicly available.