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Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has called upon Western and Western North Regional Security Councils to enhance intelligence-sharing and cooperation among security agencies, in order to avert potential security threats from turning into major crises. He emphasized that prompt intelligence gathering, strong leadership and seamless coordination between security entities and local authorities are vital for early detection and resolution of security issues before they worsen.

Addressing a workshop on the Security and Intelligence Agencies Act, 2026 (Act 1168), Mr. Muntaka emphasized that this workshop serves as a crucial step to equip regional and local officials with the knowledge necessary to fulfill their security duties under the new legislation. The act aims to bolster the coordination, administration, and supervision of Ghana's security and intelligence bodies.

Mr. Muntaka stressed that successful implementation of the law hinges on stakeholders' comprehension of their specific roles, reporting structures, and areas of authority. He urged the two regional councils to leverage the workshop to bolster their early warning mechanisms, information exchange, joint security planning, and monitoring of security matters within their territories.

Furthermore, he urged them to fortify their respective Security Councils and establish efficient communication lines with security agencies operating in their respective regions.