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National Peace Council

Also known as: NPC · National Peace Council (NPC)

National Peace Council — convenes stakeholder dialogue and peacebuilding initiatives on security, extremism, elections, youth engagement, and conflict prevention across Ghana.

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September 2026
28 SeptJoy Online
The National Peace Council has warned that the spread of drug and substance abuse among young people could deny Ghana responsible future leaders and undermine the country’s development. …
Spreading drug abuse could rob Ghana of future leaders – NPC
27 SeptJoy Online
The National Peace Council (NPC) has called for greater investment in young people’s education, tolerance, critical thinking and capacity to promote peace and prevent violence. …
National Peace Council urges investment in youth to sustain Ghana’s peace
25 SeptJoy Online
… Bishop Emmanuel Kofi Fianu, Chairman, National Peace Council, urged African governments and electoral stakeholders to strengthen cooperation in addressing electoral violence, misinformation, political intolerance, and illicit campaign financing. …
African states must strengthen safeguards against AI-driven electoral manipulation – Kwasi Prempeh
24 SeptJoy Online
Bishop Emmanuel Kofi Fianu, the Chairman of the National Peace Council, has called for concerted efforts to ensure that elections across Africa become instruments of peace, unity and development rather than sources of conflict and division. …
Let elections become instruments of peace, not conflict – Peace Council
21 SeptJoy Online
The Oti Regional Peace Council has sensitised Assembly Members in the Jasikan Municipality and Kadjebi District on peacebuilding, conflict prevention, and the need for sustained vigilance to safeguard peace and stability in their communities. …
Oti Peace Council sensitises Assembly Members in Jasikan, Kadjebi on conflict prevention
18 SeptJoy Online
… The press statement was copied to the Inspector General of Police, the Minister for the Interior, the Savannah Regional Minister, the National Peace Council and the media.
Sawla youth condemn killings and vandalism in Gindabour, demand probe and compensation
11 SeptJoy Online
The National Peace Council (NPC) has strengthened the capacity of 60 women in Kansogo in the Bawku West District to identify, challenge and counter violent extremist narratives as part of efforts to prevent the infiltration of their activities in vulnerable communities. …
Peace Council strengthens women’s role in preventing violent extremism
7 SeptJoy Online
… The National Peace Council, GMSA said, should continue its mediation role and help safeguard religious harmony in schools while encouraging adherence to the MoU it facilitated on preventing religious discrimination against students. …
GMSA calls for protection of Muslim students’ religious rights in mission schools
6 SeptJoy Online
… The National Peace Council and education authorities have subsequently continued sensitisation efforts on its implementation. …
Mission schools have the right to remain 100% Christian – Christian Apologetic Alliance
4 SeptThe Ghanaian Times
The National Peace Council (NPC) has raised alarm over growing violence and intolerance in Senior High Schools (SHSs), warning that the trend could undermine the country’s progress if left unchecked. …
Violence in SHSs threatens national peace – NPC

Society

Stakeholders urge stronger community-security ties against extremism

The News

At a National Dialogue on Civil-Security Engagement in Accra convened by Catholic Relief Services in partnership with the National Security Council Secretariat and National Peace Council, stakeholders called for stronger collaboration between communities and security agencies to prevent violent extremism. Participants from government, security agencies, civil society, traditional and religious institutions emphasised the need for a whole-of-society approach, inclusive governance, and innovative youth employment strategies.

11 hours ago · Joy Online →

Yesterday

Stakeholders urge stronger community-security ties against extremism
At a National Dialogue on Civil-Security Engagement in Accra convened by Catholic Relief Services in partnership with the National Security Council Secretariat and National Peace Council, stakeholders called for stronger collaboration between communities and security agencies to prevent violent extremism. Participants from government, security agencies, civil society, traditional and religious institutions emphasised the need for a whole-of-society approach, inclusive governance, and innovative youth employment strategies.
11 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana advancing women's representation in security forces
A Foundation for Security and Development in Africa report shows Ghana is making progress on gender parity in its security forces and peacekeeping operations through institutional quotas, legislative backing, and international partnerships. The evaluation documents developments including the Affirmative Action (Gender Equity) Act 2024, a National Gender Policy for 2025–2034, and Armed Forces gender policy.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 27 October

Ghana activates Ebola preparedness, conducts simulation exercises
The Ghana Health Service has activated its Ebola preparedness arrangements and conducted simulation exercises to strengthen the country's response capacity, following outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. The GHS is monitoring developments across affected countries and has intensified surveillance and emergency planning.
27 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 15 October

Upper West police commander emphasizes trust-building with communities
DCOP Francis Yiribaare, Upper West Regional Police Commander, has stressed the importance of trust-building initiatives and sustained community engagement, combined with police visibility patrols and intelligence gathering, to prevent crime and maintain peace. This follows training of 90 police officers from three districts in the region as part of efforts to strengthen police-civilian relations.
15 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 14 October

Ashanti Muslim leader urges UN intervention on Yemen-Saudi tensions
The Chairman of the Ashanti Regional Muslim Peace Committee called for UN intervention to prevent further escalation of reported attacks on Saudi Arabia attributed to Yemen's Houthi movement, warning that continued hostilities could endanger civilian lives and undermine regional stability. He urged the UN Security Council and international stakeholders to prioritize dialogue and peaceful negotiations over military confrontation.
14 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 12 October

Bawku records 150 days without gunfire, curfew eased
Interior Minister Mubarak Mohammed Muntaka reported that Bawku has gone 150 days without gunfire, crediting security operations and peacebuilding efforts. The curfew has been eased to 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., and residents are now permitted to ride motorbikes between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. after nearly five years of restrictions.
12 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 8 October

UNDP urges greater youth participation in Ghana's peace efforts
At the launch of the Ghana Civil Society Coalition on Youth, Peace and Security, a UNDP Programme Specialist called for greater inclusion of young people in the country's peace and security processes, arguing that sustainable development and durable peace require meaningful youth participation. Civil society leaders stressed that young people are already contributing to peacebuilding but remain underrepresented and under-resourced.
8 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

Wednesday 7 October

NDC chairman backs greater church role in mission schools
Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, National Chairman of the NDC, has supported increased involvement of churches in managing mission schools, arguing that stronger participation by founding religious bodies could encourage further investment in education and allow them to shape the institutions' values.
7 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 2 October

UNDP hosts Northern Peace Conference in Tamale October 2026
The United Nations Development Programme has invited Local Government Minister Mahama Ayariga to a two-day Northern Peace Conference on October 26–27, 2026, in Tamale, organized with the Parliamentary Northern Caucus, National Peace Council, and Northern Development Authority to strengthen peacebuilding and dialogue across Northern Ghana.
2 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 30 September

KAIPTC and Peace Council rebuild civilian-security trust in north
The Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre and the National Peace Council, with Spanish Embassy support, have launched a workshop in Wa bringing together 45 participants from security agencies, local government, traditional and religious leaders, and community groups to rebuild trust between civilians and state security and prevent violent extremism amid spillover threats from neighbouring countries.
30 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 28 September

Drug abuse spread threatens Ghana's future leaders, NPC warns
The National Peace Council has warned that spreading drug and substance abuse among young people could deny Ghana responsible future leaders and undermine development. The Council is running a three-month "Save Peace" project involving about 64 senior high schools across the Eastern Region to educate students about drug use, substance abuse, peacebuilding and conflict prevention.
28 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 27 September

National Peace Council calls for youth investment to sustain peace
The National Peace Council has urged greater investment in young people's education, tolerance, and critical thinking to prevent violence and promote peace. The call came during a 4.2-kilometre Peace Walk through Accra on September 26, which brought together students and peacebuilders to commemorate the International Day of Peace.
27 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 25 September

African states must strengthen AI safeguards for electoral integrity
Professor Henry Kwasi Prempeh, Executive Director of the Ghana Center for Democratic Development, called for African states to strengthen safeguards around artificial intelligence and digital technologies to protect electoral integrity from disinformation, deepfakes and coordinated manipulation. He made the call at the opening of the Third Electoral Integrity Summit in Accra, organised by the African Election Observers Network in partnership with CDD-Ghana and the West Africa Election Observers Network.
25 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 24 September

Elections must become instruments of peace, says Peace Council
Bishop Emmanuel Kofi Fianu, chairman of the National Peace Council, has called for concerted efforts to ensure that elections across Africa become instruments of peace, unity and development rather than sources of conflict. He urged that electoral integrity encompass the entire electoral cycle, including voter registration, campaign financing, civic education, media engagement, vote counting, dispute resolution, and public acceptance of outcomes.
24 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 21 September

Oti Peace Council trains assembly members on conflict prevention
The Oti Regional Peace Council held sensitisation sessions with Assembly Members in Jasikan Municipality and Kadjebi District in September 2026 to strengthen community-level mechanisms for conflict prevention and peaceful dispute resolution, emphasizing the importance of vigilance and early information sharing given the areas' proximity to Ghana's border with Togo.
21 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 18 September

Sawla youth condemn Gindabour killings, demand probe and compensation
The Sawla Youth Network has condemned killings and property vandalism at Gindabour in the Kong Traditional Area, calling for an independent government probe and victim compensation. The unrest began after a teacher, Abu Seidu, died following an encounter with police officers on patrol, sparking community outrage that led to retaliatory violence.
18 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 11 September

NPC trains 60 women in Kansogo on countering violent extremism
The National Peace Council has trained 60 women in Kansogo, Bawku West District, to identify and counter violent extremist narratives as part of the "Preventing and Responding to Violent Extremism in the Atlantic Corridor" project funded by Denmark and Norway through UNDP. The training targeted young women active on social media to equip them with skills to disseminate counter-narratives and support peace efforts in vulnerable communities.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 7 September

GMSA urges protection of Muslim students' rights in mission schools
The Ghana Muslim Students' Association has renewed calls for authorities and mission schools to protect the religious rights of Muslim students, reporting complaints that some pupils are being compelled to participate in Christian activities while facing restrictions on Islamic practices. The Association is pursuing dialogue and peaceful engagement rather than confrontation to address the concerns.
7 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 6 September

Christian Apologetic Alliance defends mission schools' Christian identity
The Christian Apologetic Alliance has rejected calls for Christian mission schools to alter their religious identity to accommodate Muslim students, arguing that such institutions have the right to preserve their founding Christian ethos and traditions. The position responds to concerns raised by the Ghana Muslim Students Association about compulsory Christian religious activities for Muslim students and difficulties in observing Islamic practices in mission schools.
6 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 4 September

Violence in senior high schools threatens Ghana's stability
The National Peace Council has warned that growing violence and intolerance in Senior High Schools, including students carrying weapons to school and inter-school sporting events, could undermine the country's progress. The alert follows the Ghana Education Service's closure of Mount Sinai and Okuapeman Senior High Schools in the Eastern Region after violent clashes between their students.
4 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 3 September

Minister calls for stronger child protection in armed conflict
Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, has urged stronger national systems and closer institutional collaboration to prevent children from being recruited or used in armed conflict, stressing the need to identify vulnerabilities early. Her call was made at the opening of a two-day inaugural meeting of the Multi-Stakeholder Working Group on the implementation of the Vancouver Principles in Ghana, organised by the National Peace Council and the Dallaire Institute.
3 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Peace Council condemns violent clashes between rival schools
The National Peace Council has condemned violent clashes between students of Okuapeman and Mount Sinai Senior High Schools in Akuapem North Municipality, following the arrest of 10 students. A Peace Council director said the longstanding school rivalry could not justify arson or violence, and called for investigations into underlying causes and accountability for those responsible.
3 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Security agencies urge civilians to report crime in border communities
Security agencies including the Ghana Police Service, Ghana Immigration Service, and others have called on residents of border communities to provide timely and credible information to help prevent crime and counter violent extremism. The call was made at a Civilian-Security Dialogue in Naaga in Kassena Nankana Municipality, organized by the National Peace Council as part of the Atlantic Corridor Project funded by Denmark and Norway through UNDP.
3 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 29 August

Counter Terrorism Director urges media to promote peace, stability
Major General Timothy Ba-Taa-Banah, Director of the Ghana National Counter Terrorism Fusion Centre, urged the media to use its influence to help the public understand its civic responsibilities for maintaining peace and stability in Ghana. He said the media remained a critical partner in the national security architecture because of its ability to reach communities, shape discourse, and provide early warning of developments threatening national peace.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 27 August

Political vigilantism threatens Ghana's electoral processes, security chief warns
The National Security Coordinator warned that political vigilantism in Ghana has evolved from informal youth mobilisation into organised groups with uniforms, command hierarchies and weapons capable of threatening electoral processes and national security. He traced the practice to the 1950s and cautioned that election-related violence risks eroding public confidence in elections, weakening trust in state institutions, and undermining Ghana's democratic development.
27 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
National Peace Council urges civilian-security trust in border areas
The National Peace Council has called on civilians and security agencies in Tempane District border communities to deepen trust and information sharing to strengthen security and enable early response to emerging threats. The council organized a civilian-security dialogue with 200 participants and officials from multiple agencies, and donated three motorbikes to support security operations.
27 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 25 August

Interior Minister says Ghana much safer this year than 2025
Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak told a press conference that Ghana is much safer this year than 2025, praising security agencies for their sacrifices. He noted that curfews have been reduced to three communities from eleven, with Bawku's restrictions easing to allow motorbike movement as of Monday morning.
25 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 21 August

Mahama urges Ghanaians to guard religious freedom and tolerance
President Mahama cautioned Ghanaians not to take religious freedom for granted and called on pastors, imams, and religious leaders to exercise restraint in public utterances and social media use, following a recent controversy between a Muslim cleric and Christian pastor that escalated to arrests and physical assault.
21 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 20 August

Kumasi entrepreneur Stephen Kessben dies at 68
Stephen Kwabena Boateng, known as Kessben, founder and CEO of Kessben Group of Companies—which operates businesses in travel, education, media, and finance—has died after an illness. He was 68 and had managed the business conglomerate for over 30 years.
20 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Peace Council urges Naaga residents to report extremism
The National Peace Council has urged residents of Naaga in the Kassena-Nankana Municipality to report suspicious persons and activities to security agencies, warning that violent extremist groups are increasingly spreading extremist narratives and hate speech through online platforms.
20 August 2026 · Joy Online →