{
  "id": 19135927,
  "title": "Hamile curfew will not be lifted until threats against officers stop – GIS boss",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/hamile-curfew-will-not-be-lifted-until-threats-against-officers-stop",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-09T10:22:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/hamile-curfew-will-not-be-lifted-until-threats-against-officers-stop-gis-boss/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Comptroller-General of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS), Samuel Basintale Amadu, has stated that the curfew in Hamile, Upper West Region, will continue until threats against security officers cease. He emphasized that the safety of immigration personnel must be guaranteed first, as previous threats could put them at risk if restrictions are lifted prematurely. Amadu visited Hamile following an explosion on November 3, 2026, which killed an immigration officer and critically injured another. The incident occurred when the officers were chasing suspected smugglers along an unauthorized route, known as Mountain Batu. Following the explosion, there was unrest, with an angry crowd surrounding the immigration office, throwing stones and burning tires. Eleven people were injured in the subsequent clashes. Initially, the curfew was set from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., but later shortened to 10:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. as tensions began to ease. Traditional authorities and youth leaders in Hamile are calling for the immediate lifting of the curfew, arguing that it is negatively impacting businesses and daily life for residents. Amadu indicated that the National Security Council could consider lifting the curfew if community leaders can assure the security agencies that residents, particularly the youth, will cooperate with the on-ground personnel. He urged chiefs and youth leaders to communicate with residents and prevent tensions from escalating further. Amadu warned that prolonged disruption at the border could harm local businesses and transportation trade, as Hamile serves as a key transit route for cargo heading to Mali. The Divisional Chief of Hamile, Hilla Dyaka Thomas Badakum III, welcomed Amadu's visit and affirmed that the traditional authorities are prepared to collaborate with the security agencies towards a sustainable solution.",
  "summary": "The Comptroller-General of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS), Samuel Basintale Amadu, says the curfew in Hamile in the Upper West Region will not be lifted for now. He said residents must first guarantee the safety of security personnel posted in the border community. According to him, some officers have received threats, including some aimed at […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}