Ghanaian government ministry responsible for interior affairs, security, and law enforcement, including investigations into boundary disputes, firearms importation permits, and public sector employment policies.
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… Speaking to Adom News reporter Kwadwo Obeng Mireku during a joint anti-galamsey operation by the Ashanti Regional National Security and the Juaben Municipal Security Council (MISEC), Ohenewaa Ansu appealed to the Ministry of the Interior and the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) …
I don’t have full control over galamsey hotspots due to police jurisdiction disputes – Juaben MCEJoy Online
… Speaking to Adom News reporter Kwadwo Obeng Mireku during a joint anti-galamsey operation by the Ashanti Regional National Security and the Juaben Municipal Security Council (MISEC), Ohenewaa Ansu appealed to the Ministry of the Interior and the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) …
I don’t have full control over galamsey hotspots due to police jurisdiction disputes – Juaben MCEThe Chronicle
… the proposal for community service as an alternative sentencing option was first introduced in 2002 through a collaboration involving the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ), the Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), the Ministry of the Interior …
POS Foundation hails passage of Community Service Bill as major Criminal Justice ReformJoy Online
The Ministry of the Interior says it has recovered 73 assets allegedly linked to persons involved in drug trafficking as part of intensified efforts to clamp down on organised crime in Ghana. …
Interior Ministry recovers 73 assets linked to drug trafficking through intensified anti-narcotics operationsJoy Online
The Ministry of the Interior has revised the curfew hours for communities in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region as part of efforts to maintain peace and security in the conflict-prone area. …
Interior Ministry reviews Nkwanta South curfew hours amid ongoing conflictJoy Online
… Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has called for increased public education on government policies and stronger public confidence in Ghana’s security services during a working visit to the Ministry of the Interior. …
Vice President visits Interior Ministry, calls for greater public awareness and trust in security servicesJoy Online
… Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has called for increased public education on government policies and stronger public confidence in Ghana’s security services during a working visit to the Ministry of the Interior. …
Photos: Vice President visits Interior MinistryJoy Online
The Ministry of the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, says it has recovered 73 assets linked to drug trafficking as part of intensified efforts to combat organised crime and strengthen Ghana’s anti-narcotics operations. …
Interior Ministry recovers 73 assets linked to drug traffickingJoy Online
… Mr Ortsin urged the Ministry of the Interior to establish a confidential mechanism for notifying all affected applicants of their results. …
GHANET urges prompt disclosure of HIV test results to recruitment applicantsJoy Online
… The Ministry of the Interior and the Narcotics Control Commission have further established students’ drug clubs in schools to promote awareness among the youth. …
Ghana moves towards intelligence-led border monitoring to curb narcotic smuggling – Interior MinisterKenny Jean-Marie, former FIFA Chief Member Associations Officer, has joined the Advisory Board of African Collaborations Group (ACG), a platform for developing sport and entertainment district projects across Africa. His appointment is intended to strengthen ACG's expertise in sport governance and infrastructure development.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Kenny Jean-Marie, former FIFA Chief Member Associations Officer, has joined the Advisory Board of African Collaborations Group (ACG), a platform for developing sport and entertainment district projects across Africa. His appointment is intended to strengthen ACG's expertise in sport governance and infrastructure development.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
MP Kwame Asare Obeng (A Plus) says the Ministry of the Interior and other state institutions investigated boundary concerns he raised before violent clashes between Gomoa and Effutu communities left three dead and 15 injured. A Plus said he sought clarification from the Lands Commission and Ministry of Local Government on administrative and traditional boundaries between the areas.
2 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Revenue Authority has cautioned that firearms and ammunition cannot be imported as personal effects and require prior approval from the Ministry of the Interior. Customs officers will examine items upon arrival to verify the necessary permit, which must be obtained before importation to avoid delays or detention.
1 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak told the Russian Ambassador that Ghana's democracy remains strong despite challenges, pointing to the country's history of peaceful transfers of power and attributing stability to Ghanaians' commitment to peace. The minister called for stronger bilateral cooperation with Russia in security, training, and other areas of mutual interest.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Interior Minister says the government is considering mandatory drug testing for public sector employment and will present an Information Paper to Cabinet on the proposal. This follows this year's security services recruitment, during which more than 6,000 of over 100,000 applicants were disqualified after screening, including more than 4,000 who tested positive for drugs.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Interior Minister Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka says his Ministry is preparing a Cabinet policy paper to make drug testing mandatory for all public sector employment applicants. The proposal follows this year's security services recruitment exercise in which more than 100,000 applicants underwent medical screening, revealing high levels of drug use and mental health challenges among prospective recruits.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Interior Ministry has warned vehicle retrofitting companies against converting vehicles into Armoured Bullion Vehicles without proper permits and approvals, with potential sanctions including revocation of operating licences. The warning follows the rollout of new guidelines and standards for ABVs on December 4, 2025, prompted by armed attacks on Cash-in-Transit vehicles between 2021 and 2023 that caused loss of life and cash.
28 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
Inspector-General of Police Christian Tetteh Yohuno has called on motorists to cooperate with and give way to armoured bullion vehicles to ensure their safe and efficient movement. The appeal was made at a workshop on guidelines and standards for the importation, retrofitting, usage and decommissioning of such vehicles, organised by the Ministry for the Interior.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana plans to replace manual roadside traffic checks with a digital system by September 2026 that will detect more than 47 traffic offences using cameras, handheld devices and radar systems, with evidence reviewed centrally before electronic notices are sent to offenders. The move aims to modernise enforcement and reduce direct interactions between motorists and police, following Ghana's record 2,949 road deaths in 2025.
26 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak has presented a 33-seater Eicher bus to the Ghana Prisons Service on behalf of President Mahama, fulfilling a commitment made during the commissioning of Damongo Camp Prison to enhance the service's transportation capacity and operational activities.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Interior Ministry says Motor Traffic and Transport Department officers will continue working on Ghana's roads despite the introduction of TraffiTech-GH, an automated traffic monitoring system using cameras to detect violations. The new technology will complement rather than replace MTTD personnel, who remain essential for law enforcement and public education on road safety.
25 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Investment Promotion Authority (GIPA) has invited investors and business leaders to participate in a maiden Invest Ghana Summit later this year, designed to showcase Ghana's investment potential, facilitate strategic partnerships, and promote sustainable economic growth across sectors including agriculture, manufacturing, energy, technology, tourism, real estate, and infrastructure.
20 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Investment Promotion Authority secured investor leads and expressions of interest in real estate, tourism, and other sectors at Invest Fest 2026 in Atlanta. The engagements generated discussions on potential business partnerships and commercial opportunities, with follow-up discussions expected.
18 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Parliamentary Select Committee on Trade, Industry and Tourism has commended the Ghana Investment Promotion Authority for efforts to attract quality investments and pledged support for reforms under the Ghana Investment Promotion Authority Act, 2023, which expand GIPA's role to promote investment across regions and facilitate Ghanaian investments abroad, while removing blanket minimum capital requirements for foreign investors except in the trading sector.
17 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Parliamentary Select Committee on Trade, Industry and Tourism visited the Ghana Investment Promotion Authority to review its operations and strategic direction. GIPA Chief Executive Officer Simon Madjie outlined the Authority's mandate under the new Act 1173 of 2023, which repositioned the institution to promote investment into Ghana, support investment within Ghana at regional and district levels, and facilitate Ghanaian investment abroad under ECOWAS and the African Continental Free Trade Area.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Joy Online reports that Prime Insight, a current affairs programme, will on Saturday, August 15, examine two legal and governance issues: the controversy over whether trials can proceed during the legal vacation, and the conviction of former Goldman Sachs banker Asante Kwaku Berko in the United States. The two-hour programme will bring together political and legal voices to discuss their implications for Ghana's justice system and anti-corruption efforts.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Parliamentary Select Committee on Trade, Industry and Tourism has endorsed reforms by the Ghana Investment Promotion Authority under the 2023 Investment Promotion Authority Act, including removal of blanket minimum capital requirements for most foreign investors, to improve Ghana's investment climate.
14 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Centre for Democratic Development has demanded justice for victims of 2024 election-related violence, arguing that accountability and completion of investigations into violence from the 2020 and 2024 elections are crucial to prevent future incidents and maintain national cohesion.
14 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ministry of the Interior has condemned the assault of a person in police custody and directed the Inspector-General of Police to investigate how civilians accessed the detainee and which officers may have facilitated access. The Ministry stressed that arrested persons in state custody are entitled to legal protection, and has ordered identification and arrest of those who carried out the assault.
13 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ministry of the Interior condemned the assault of an arrested person in police custody, stating that no allegation of wrongdoing justifies attacking someone under State protection. The Ministry stressed there is no justification for inciting violence based on religion and has directed the Inspector-General of Police to investigate how civilians gained access to the detained person.
13 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Interior Minister Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi commended the 2026 Civil Service Week celebration at an exhibition held at Accra Sports Stadium, describing it as an important platform to showcase the Civil Service's contribution to Ghana's development and highlight government achievements across ministries and departments.
12 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Investment Promotion Authority has scrapped minimum capital requirements for wholly foreign-owned businesses and joint ventures under the revised GIPA Act 2026, though trading enterprises must still maintain US$500,000 minimum equity and 75% Ghanaian skilled workforce. The Authority has also established a One Stop Shop and Investor Grievance Mechanism to streamline investment processes.
11 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Pampaso Sub-Traditional Council has invoked traditional curses on the Kumasi Mayor, Ashanti Regional Police Commander, and Interior Minister, claiming they have unlawfully expanded beyond originally granted boundaries and allocated stool land to a private developer without consent.
7 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Chamber of Mines has donated relief items worth GH¢2 million to NADMO to support victims of recent floods across the country. The donation included mattresses, bed sheets, rice, wellington boots, hand gloves and beverages, with the Deputy Interior Minister commending the Chamber and its member companies for supporting affected families.
5 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Armed Forces, in collaboration with NADMO, presented relief items and financial assistance to 297 military personnel and civilian employees affected by June 29 floods in Accra and other parts of the country. Chief of the Defence Staff Lieutenant General William Agyapong presented the support at a ceremony at Nicholson Stadium, noting the Armed Forces' commitment to the welfare of those affected.
1 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The leadership of Kristo Asafo Mission has distanced itself from ongoing burial and funeral rites for its founder, Prof. Emeritus Apostle Kwadwo Safo, stating it does not support activities at the Apostle Safo Suaye Centre. The church alleges that security agencies have failed to enforce a court injunction obtained by the Aduana Kotoko Royal Family restraining the ceremonies.
31 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Kristo Asafo Mission has distanced itself from alleged burial and funeral activities at the Apostle Safo Suaye Centre in Gomoa Mpota, reaffirming support for its leader and stating the church has no involvement. The Aduana Kotoko Royal Family has obtained a court injunction restraining all burial and funeral activities related to the matter and notified security agencies.
31 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Interior Ministry has lifted the ban on women riding motorbikes in Bawku Municipality and surrounding areas, allowing women to ride between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. daily, while maintaining the ban on men riding motorbikes until further notice.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of the Interior has inaugurated a new Audit Committee to strengthen accountability, safeguard public funds and enhance corporate governance. The Interior Minister said the committee would ensure sound financial management, transparency and compliance with public financial management regulations.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Coalition of Civil Society Organisations on Migration in Ghana (CCMG) has called on the government to decentralise migration governance by empowering metropolitan, municipal and district assemblies to manage migration-related issues within their jurisdictions, arguing that migration activities play out largely at the local level rather than nationally.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →