Also known as: NACSA
Ghanaian government body conducting firearm regulation, amnesty campaigns, school safety education, and weapons destruction to prevent gun violence and illicit arms proliferation.
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Firearm cannot be displayed without IGP’s approval – Security expertJoy Online
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Private security firms cannot legally arm guards for self-protection – Dr Adam BonaaJoy Online
The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) has handed over 141 seized firearms and 1,864 cartridges of ammunition to the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons for destruction as part of efforts to prevent illicit weapons from finding their way …
NAIMOS hands over 141 seized firearms for destructionThe Chronicle
… The seized weapons, he disclosed, have since been handed over to the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons for documentation, marking, and eventual destruction, in line with legal requirements governing the disposal of illicit arms. …
NAIMOS Hands Over Seized Firearms as Interior Minister Pledges Transparency on Galamsey SeizuresJoy Online
… Mr Victor Abo-Ame Akanbonga, the Upper East Regional Programme Officer of the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons, cautioned residents against possessing unregistered firearms. …
Preventing violent extremism: Peace Council intensifies civilian-security dialoguesJoy Online
… The weapons, collected through a recent nationwide amnesty exercise, are currently being secured by the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons ahead of their final destruction. …
Ghana to destroy over 4,000 illegal weapons in nationwide arms amnesty exerciseThe National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons says its amnesty campaign has significantly increased surrender and regularisation of weapons in the Ashanti Region. The regional head attributed success to public participation and education that dispelled fears of prosecution for those voluntarily surrendering unregistered weapons.
18 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons says its amnesty campaign has significantly increased surrender and regularisation of weapons in the Ashanti Region. The regional head attributed success to public participation and education that dispelled fears of prosecution for those voluntarily surrendering unregistered weapons.
18 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons (NACSA) is participating in the 2026 West Africa Border Security Week at Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra, a three-day sub-regional forum bringing together border management authorities, government security institutions and technology providers to discuss emerging approaches to border security and management under the theme "Intelligent Border Management: Balancing Security, Trade, and Mobility in a Digital Age."
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 →
The National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons has conducted school-based public education programmes at Nungua Senior High School and Ghana Senior High School, teaching students about firearm safety, gun violence prevention, and how peer influence and unresolved conflicts can contribute to unsafe situations. NACSA said young people have an important role in preventing gun violence and that equipping students with knowledge to identify risks could help reduce exposure to firearm-related dangers in schools and communities.
11 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons has intensified school engagement programmes across Ghana, reaching more than 3,650 students, parents and teachers to prevent gun violence and curb illicit firearm proliferation through preventive education and public awareness.
3 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons (NACSA) has intensified engagement with Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies to strengthen community-based approaches to preventing armed violence. NACSA conducted sensitisation programmes in the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis and Asuogyaman District focusing on illicit small arms proliferation, Ghana's firearms regulatory framework, and the role of elected representatives in promoting responsible firearm ownership and preventing violence.
3 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Prof Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has urged intensified public education on law enforcement to strengthen public trust and voluntary compliance with the law. She stressed that greater understanding of security agencies' mandates and the purpose of laws is essential for effective governance and national development.
14 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Executive Director of the Jatikay Centre for Human Security and Peace Building has called on the government to suspend its blanket revocation of civilian firearm licences, saying the decision lacks the operational framework needed for effective implementation, though a coalition of civil society organisations supports stronger firearms regulation.
9 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Civil society organisations have backed the government's decision to revoke or suspend all civilian firearm licences but raised concerns over implementation, citing risks of confusion, logistical bottlenecks, and legal uncertainty. The coalition questioned whether state institutions are prepared to execute the directive, including the practical execution, processing centres, cost of compliance, and capacity of institutions involved.
6 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A security expert and official at the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons has called for a thorough investigation into whether the firearms used in a recent shooting incident at Kwabenya were legally registered. Following the arrest of six private security guards in connection with the incident involving former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo, Dr. Adam Bonaa stressed that establishing the legal status of the weapons would be critical to the investigation.
22 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Executive Secretary of the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons has stated that displaying firearms without prior approval from the Inspector General of Police violates Ghana's laws, citing the National Redemption Council Decree (NRCD 9) which regulates firearms in the country.
22 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's firearms laws prohibit private security companies from issuing firearms to their personnel for self-protection, the Executive Secretary of the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons clarified. While individuals may legally register firearms for personal protection, organisations seeking to protect property must ensure weapons remain under strict control and are not given to security personnel to take home.
22 June 2026 · Joy Online →
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.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Interior Minister disclosed that NAIMOS has handed over illegal firearms seized during anti-galamsey operations to the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons for documentation and destruction. The Minister pledged that seized equipment including excavators would be handled transparently and according to due process, with details made publicly available.
12 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
The National Peace Council is strengthening collaboration between security agencies and communities in the fight against violent extremism through a series of civilian-security dialogues. Over 300 community members and security personnel in the Builsa South District and Builsa North Municipality participated in discussions aimed at improving information sharing, strengthening community vigilance, and preventing violent extremism and other security threats.
5 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana will destroy more than 4,000 illegal weapons collected through a nationwide amnesty exercise, with public destruction scheduled for July 25 and 29. Authorities say the measure reinforces national security and arms control transparency, and the President is expected to attend as Commander-in-Chief.
24 May 2026 · Joy Online →