Interior Minister visits injured GIS Officer at 37 Military Hospital following Hamile explosion

Alhaji Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, the Interior Minister, recently paid a visit to the 37 Military Hospital in Accra to check on a critically injured Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) officer. The officer, who had been transported from the Upper West Region's Hamile, is currently receiving intensive medical care. The hospital representative, DSI Barbara Sam, relayed the Minister's visit and expressions of grief for the officer's family and a commitment to providing the best medical care available.

The Interior Minister also warned the public against mishandling, transporting, and using explosives, underlining the potential for grave consequences. This incident occurred when a patrol team intercepted a tricycle carrying explosives, leading to the death of one Immigration officer and two civilians, while another officer sustained severe injuries and was airlifted to Accra.

Subsequent to the explosion, a curfew was imposed in Hamile Township to deter further attacks on Immigration Service personnel. The Regional Security Council, comprising the Immigration Service, convened with traditional leaders to address the community's concerns and foster a safer environment. The Ghana Immigration Service reaffirms its dedication to preserving Ghana's borders and combating cross-border criminal activities.