… Speaking at the handover ceremony, Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak reaffirmed the government’s commitment to national security and responsible weapons management. …
… The Special Guest of Honour, Minister for Interior, Mr Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, congratulated both teams on their success and assured the services of the government’s commitment to revive the SESSA Games this year. …
The Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has called on Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) to step up enforcement of building regulations following the collapse of a structure at the North Industrial Area in Accra. …
The recent disclosure by the Interior Minister, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, that Ghana spends approximately GH¢40 million annually on feeding prison inmates has reignited discussions about the sustainability of funding public institutions. …
The Minister of the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has expressed worry about the country’s borders, especially the Ghana-Togo border along the Volta Region. …
… The support was announced by Interior Minister, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, during a visit by Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang on Friday, June 5, to assess the extent of damage caused by the incident. …
The Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has visited the scene of the devastating fire outbreak at the Police Barracks opposite the Greater Accra Regional Police Headquarters in Accra Central, where he assessed the extent of the damage and assured affected familie …
… Minister Muntaka and IGP Yohuno having a brief discussion Making the appeal through The Chronicle, the IGP said about 100 (One hundred) of the affected families are currently being sheltered in two large conference rooms at the Accra Regional Police Headquarters, while 40 (forty) …
The Paramount Chief of the Aflao Traditional Area and President of the Aflao Traditional Council, Togbui Adzonugaga Amenya Fiti V, has strongly challenged recent claims by Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak regarding the existence of more than 100 alleged illegal entry ro …
The Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, says the government has assured swift intervention following last night’s fire outbreak at the Accra Central Police Station in Tudu that destroyed accommodation for 42 officers, leaving over 140 personnel and their families …
The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) handed over 141 seized firearms and 1,864 cartridges of ammunition to the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons for destruction to prevent illicit weapons from re-entering circulation. Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak reaffirmed the government's commitment to national security at the handover ceremony.
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NAIMOS hands over 141 seized firearms for destruction—removal of illicit weapons from circulation as part of national security and illegal mining crackdown.
The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) handed over 141 seized firearms and 1,864 cartridges of ammunition to the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons for destruction to prevent illicit weapons from re-entering circulation. Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak reaffirmed the government's commitment to national security at the handover ceremony.
The Ghana Immigration Service won the male football competition and the Ghana Police Service claimed victory in the female category at the 2026 Inter-Security Football Gala held at the University of Ghana Stadium. The one-day tournament, hosted by the Ghana Armed Forces, aimed to promote unity and teamwork among security services and served as a precursor to the Security Services Sports Association Games slated for September in Accra.
Following a structure collapse at the North Industrial Area in Accra, the Interior Minister called on Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives to step up enforcement of building regulations. He stressed that district assemblies are responsible for issuing building permits, while fire and police services handle safety compliance but cannot approve building siting.
Ghana spends approximately GH¢40 million annually on feeding prison inmates, with the daily allocation recently increased from GH¢1.80 to GH¢5 per inmate—an amount the Interior Minister says remains inadequate for three nutritious meals. The article proposes that this budget challenge could be addressed through a long-term strategy where MMDAs allocate land to the Ghana Prisons Service for agricultural production of staple crops, livestock, and fish farming to improve food security and create jobs.
Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak has expressed concern about Ghana's porous borders, particularly the Ghana-Togo border in the Volta Region, citing security threats from illegal migration and smuggling. He called for greater collaboration among security agencies and indicated that improvements including better lighting would be made to address the issue, noting the Volta Region reportedly has about 102 unofficial routes along Ghana's southeastern borders with Togo.
The Ministry of the Interior and Ghana Police Service have given GH₵15,000 to each family affected by a fire at Accra Central Police Barracks on June 3. The Accra Metropolitan Assembly also contributed GH₵120,000 to support ongoing relief efforts coordinated by the Interior Ministry and Police Service.
The Interior Minister visited the scene of a fire at the Police Barracks in Accra Central that displaced several police families and destroyed personal belongings. The Government pledged temporary accommodation, financial assistance, clothing, and relief items from NADMO to support affected families.
The Inspector General of Police is seeking urgent accommodation for 140 families of police personnel whose homes at Accra Central Police barracks were destroyed by fire. About 100 families are currently sheltered in conference rooms at the Accra Regional Police Headquarters, while 40 have sought temporary shelter with relatives; the police administration plans to rent hotels and guest houses as an immediate measure.
The Paramount Chief of Aflao has challenged the Interior Minister's recent claims about over 100 alleged illegal entry routes in the Volta Region, arguing that characterising such routes solely as illegal unfairly stigmatises border communities that have historically relied on them for legitimate social and economic activities. The chief noted that similar allegations against the region have previously been unsubstantiated and created damaging perceptions of border communities.
A fire outbreak at the Accra Central Police Station in Tudu destroyed accommodation for 42 officers, leaving over 140 personnel and their families displaced. The Interior Minister said the government is moving immediately to provide temporary shelter and will put in place long-term plans for reconstruction.
The Minister for the Interior has directed the Inspector-General of Police to immediately secure temporary accommodation for police officers affected by a fire at Accra Central Police Barrack near Tudu. Temporary arrangements including hotel accommodation are being considered while longer-term rental housing solutions are arranged, and the minister noted that discussions with a private partner to address the police housing deficit were ongoing at the time of the incident.
Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, Minister for the Interior, commended security agencies at the Aflao border for their dedication in safeguarding Ghana and assured them of government support to address operational challenges. He emphasized the importance of inter-agency collaboration and stated that the visit was part of the government's effort to understand ground realities and improve officers' working conditions.
The Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak has raised concerns about human trafficking and drug abuse undermining national security and jeopardising young people's futures. He made the remarks during a two-day working visit to the Volta Region to engage stakeholders and assess security challenges.
The Interior Minister disclosed that over 200,000 eligible children in the Volta Region remain unregistered in the National Identification Authority's mass registration exercise for children aged six to 14 years, after 108,000 were registered in a three-week initial phase against a target of 300,000. The government plans to conduct mop-up and additional registration exercises to ensure coverage of eligible children.
Ghana's Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak has called on traditional and religious leaders in the Volta Region to support efforts to strengthen national security and combat irregular migration, citing concerns over undocumented border crossings and citizens facilitating illegal entry of foreigners. Security agencies have identified 102 unapproved inland crossing points in the region, and the Minister warned that foreign nationals acquiring Ghanaian passports through illegal means pose serious security risks.
Dancehall artiste Stonebwoy, after visiting Kumasi Central Prisons, called for the government to increase the feeding allowance for inmates, noting that prisoners are rationed small amounts of food. The Interior Minister disclosed the government spends about GHS40 million annually on feeding prison inmates and recently increased the daily allowance from GHS1.80 to GHS5.00 per prisoner, though he believes the amount remains inadequate.
The Minister of Interior is on a two-day working visit to the Volta Region to assess security operations and engage with stakeholders and security personnel. The Minister said periodic regional visits help government officials understand ground-level challenges and make informed decisions on policy and resource allocation.
The Interior Minister described the Volta Region as one of Ghana's most peaceful regions, attributing the achievement to collaboration among religious leaders, traditional authorities, security agencies and residents. He praised the cordial relationship between Christian and Muslim communities in the region as exemplary.
Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak has expressed concern about increasing drug use, including cannabis, among youth, saying it threatens the country's peace and future. He noted that the Volta Region has been identified as a hub for cannabis cultivation and processing, and called on stakeholders to cooperate in anti-drug operations.
Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak has begun a stakeholder engagement tour of the Volta Region to reinforce peace, strengthen security operations, and deepen collaboration with traditional and religious authorities. The tour includes planned meetings with Christian and Muslim leaders, Zongo Chiefs, and security agency heads to address emerging security concerns and enhance coordination.
Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak said medical examination results for security services recruitment applicants will be released next week, with those who pass advancing to the next recruitment phase. Unsuccessful candidates this year will have their details retained in the ministry's database for future recruitment opportunities.
The National Identification Authority has celebrated 20 years of operation, with the Interior Minister describing the Ghana Card as a central gateway to accessing finance, healthcare, telecommunications, and other national services. The government outlined priorities including universal enrolment coverage, strengthened data protection, and deepened innovation in identity services.
The Minister for the Interior has commissioned a fleet of utility vehicles for the Ghana National Fire Service, including two Toyota Hiace minibuses, four Nissan Navara pick-ups, one Toyota Camry saloon, and a Honda motorbike, to strengthen mobility and improve emergency response across the country.
The Member of Parliament for Asawase and Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, inspected ongoing infrastructure projects in the constituency, including construction of a 24-hour market at Aboabo and refurbishment works at Aboabo Middle B School. The MP expressed satisfaction with the quality and pace of work, describing the projects as demonstrating the government's commitment to improving infrastructure and development in the area.
The Ministry of the Interior has declared Wednesday, May 27, 2026 as a public holiday to commemorate Eid-Ul-Adha, the Islamic festival on which Muslims sacrifice livestock and which commemorates Prophet Abraham's test of faith.
Ghana's Ministry for the Interior has announced that Wednesday, May 27, 2026, will be observed as a statutory public holiday across Ghana to commemorate Eid-Ul-Adha, the Festival of Sacrifice celebrated by Muslims worldwide.
The government has lifted the curfew imposed on Karaga Township and surrounding communities in the Northern Region following an improvement in the security situation, acting on the National Security Council's advice. A total ban on possession of arms remains in force, with the government warning that anyone found carrying weapons or ammunition will be arrested and prosecuted.
The UN Deputy Director for West and Central Africa has commended Ghana for adhering to international refugee protection standards and aligning its asylum system with UNHCR policies, pledging stronger collaboration to improve refugee integration into education, employment, and livelihoods.