Wednesday, 7 October 2026

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National Security Council

Government body that advises on security matters including flood mitigation, regional curfews, and counterinsurgency operations in Ghana.

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June 2026
19 JunJoy Online
The Minister for the Interior, on the advice of the National Security Council and by Executive Instrument, has imposed a curfew on some communities in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region. …
Interior Minister imposes curfew on parts of Nkwanta South over security concerns
May 2026
12 MayJoy Online
… Needham is usually accompanied by one or two US officials from the state department or National Security Council, several sources said. …
US in closely guarded talks to open new bases in Greenland
1 MayJoy Online
… The decision was taken by the Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, acting on the advice of the National Security Council and backed by an Executive Instrument. …
Curfew lifted in Karaga as gov’t maintains ban on arms
April 2026
30 AprJoy Online
The Minister for the Interior, Mohammed Muntaka, has on the advice of the National Security Council and by Executive Instrument, lifted the curfew imposed on several communities in the Gushegu District with immediate effect. …
Government lifts curfew on Gushegu District communities following improved security

Politics

AG closes case in Adu-Boahene cybersecurity fraud trial

The News

The Office of the Attorney General has closed its case against former National Signals Bureau Director General Kwabena Adu-Boahene, his wife Angela Adjei-Boateng, and Advantage Solutions Limited, who are accused of stealing GH¢49.1 million in a purported cybersecurity system deal for Ghana. The court has set September 25, 2026 as the deadline for the defence to file a submission of no case to answer, with a ruling on the submission scheduled for November 5, 2026.

10 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Thursday 10 September

AG closes case in Adu-Boahene cybersecurity fraud trial
The Office of the Attorney General has closed its case against former National Signals Bureau Director General Kwabena Adu-Boahene, his wife Angela Adjei-Boateng, and Advantage Solutions Limited, who are accused of stealing GH¢49.1 million in a purported cybersecurity system deal for Ghana. The court has set September 25, 2026 as the deadline for the defence to file a submission of no case to answer, with a ruling on the submission scheduled for November 5, 2026.
10 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Tuesday 1 September

Security chief urges journalists to report responsibly
The National Security Coordinator has called on journalists to practise responsible reporting through accurate verification, fair coverage, and a focus on accountability rather than sensationalism, saying the media forms part of the country's security architecture and serves as an important source of open-source intelligence.
1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Friday 28 August

EOCO witness says agency did not contact Israeli contractor
In the trial of former NSB Director-General Kwabena Adu-Boahene over a $7 million cyber defence system contract, an EOCO investigator testified that the anti-graft agency did not contact ISC Holdings, the Israeli firm contracted to supply the equipment, or the National Security Council to verify whether the system was purchased and delivered.
28 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 24 August

Bawku motorbike ban loosened; curfew remains in place
The Interior Ministry has eased restrictions on motorbike riding in Bawku Municipality from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily, effective August 25, 2026, while maintaining the existing curfew from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. A total ban on carrying arms, ammunition, or offensive weapons remains in effect.
24 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Bawku motorbike restrictions eased to 6 a.m.–6 p.m. window
Ghana's government has eased restrictions on motorbike riding in Bawku Municipality and surrounding areas in the Upper East Region, allowing both men and women to ride between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. daily from August 25. The decision follows a review by the Interior Minister on the advice of the National Security Council; a curfew from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. and a ban on possession of arms and ammunition remain in force.
24 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Interior minister directs police to dismantle illegal security groups
The Minister for the Interior has directed the Ghana Police Service to clamp down on the formation of illegal self-protection forces by chiefs, political parties, individuals and organisations, citing the Vigilantism and Related Offences Act, 2019. He also directed police commanders to stop unauthorised recording and circulation of videos showing recruits undergoing training at police schools.
24 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Friday 14 August

Intelligence oversight breakdown raises concerns about state accountability
A Joy Online opinion piece criticizes the arrest of a former national intelligence agency director on an uncorroborated tip-off, followed by a press conference and threats to expose state secrets, as evidence of institutional breakdown and failure of Ghana's security institutions to understand their operating boundaries.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 29 July

Government lifts women's motorbike ban in Bawku, maintains men's restriction
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 →

Friday 24 July

Ghana launches cybersecurity training for community media practitioners
A national initiative to strengthen cybersecurity capacity of community media practitioners will launch on August 3, implemented by the Africa Centre for Digital Transformation in partnership with the Cyber Security Authority, with Czech Republic embassy support. The project aims to equip journalists, editors, broadcasters and bloggers with skills to report on cybersecurity issues, combat misinformation, and promote digital safety.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 14 July

Interior Ministry adjusts Nkwanta South curfew from 8pm to 5am daily
The Ministry of the Interior has revised the curfew hours for communities in Nkwanta South Municipality, Oti Region, to run daily from 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., effective July 13, 2026, replacing the previous 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. restriction imposed on June 19, 2026. The ban on possession of arms, ammunition and offensive weapons in the affected communities remains in force, with warning of arrest and prosecution for violators.
14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 10 July

Government to enforce sanitation laws, demolish waterway structures
The Minister of State for Government Communications says the government will strictly enforce sanitation by-laws and demolish structures obstructing waterways to prevent flooding. He cited recent devastating floods as prompting the government to strengthen waste management systems and enforce existing regulations more strictly.
10 July 2026 · Joy Online →
MP calls for VAT suspension on insurance after floods
Abuakwa South MP Dr Kingsley Agyemang is urging the government to suspend VAT on non-motor insurance products and offer corporate tax relief to insurance firms, warning that flood-related claims estimated at almost GH¢500 million threaten the sector's profitability and could weaken the wider economy.
10 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 8 July

President Mahama convenes security council on flood mitigation efforts
President John Mahama held a National Security Council meeting on July 8 to review flooding that affected several communities on June 29, with briefings on emergency response and future flood prevention measures. The meeting focused on strengthening coordination among state institutions for disaster response and supporting affected communities.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Mahama: government working to minimise flooding impact
President Mahama said the government is taking steps to reduce the impact of flooding, though floods cannot be completely eliminated as natural disasters. He attributed the severity of recent June 29 floods affecting southern Ghana to intensifying rainfall driven by climate change.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 6 July

Taiwan military resumes anti-communist classes after 25-year break
Taiwan's defence ministry has restored "anti-communist patriotic education" classes for military academy graduates, ending a 25-year gap since the formal programme ended in 2002. The ministry cited rising military and infiltration threats from China as the reason, with officials noting the need for graduates to understand national security threats and the military's mission.
6 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 2 July

EOCO: Former NSB Chief's Assets Unexplained by Salary
An EOCO investigator testified in court that the wealth acquired by former National Signals Bureau Director-General Kwabena Adu Boahene and his wife could not be reconciled with their known income, including 11 identified properties compared against salaries ranging from GHS5,000 to GHS7,000 monthly.
2 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

Monday 29 June

Mahama orders removal of structures blocking waterways nationwide
President Mahama has announced a nationwide exercise to remove illegal structures obstructing waterways and drainage channels, citing encroachment on wetlands and indiscriminate waste disposal as major contributors to recurring floods in Accra and other parts of the country.
29 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 20 June

Odomi attack death toll reaches four; curfew imposed
The death toll from a violent attack at Odomi in Nkwanta South Municipality has risen to four, with ten others injured by gunshot wounds. In response, the Ministry of the Interior has imposed a curfew from 5:00 pm to 6:00 am in eight communities, amid longstanding ethnic and land disputes among the Adele, Akyode and Challa communities.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 19 June

Dusk-to-dawn curfew imposed on Nkwanta South communities
The Minister for the Interior has imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. on communities in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region, effective Friday, June 19, 2026, following security concerns; a total ban on possession and carrying of weapons, ammunition and offensive weapons has also been imposed in the affected areas.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Government imposes nightly curfew in twelve Nkwanta South communities
The Interior Minister has imposed a curfew in twelve communities in Nkwanta South Municipality, running daily from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., effective June 19, 2026, citing security concerns and advice from the National Security Council. The government also announced a ban on possession and carrying of arms, ammunition and offensive weapons in the affected areas.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Interior Minister imposes curfew in Nkwanta South over security
Ghana's Interior Minister has imposed a curfew in twelve communities in Nkwanta South Municipality, Oti Region, effective Friday, June 19, restricting movement from 5:00 pm to 6:00 am daily. The government has called on residents and stakeholders to support peace efforts through non-violent means.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 12 May

US pursuing new military bases in Greenland amid Trump row
The US is holding negotiations with Denmark to expand its military presence in Greenland, with talks progressing in recent months following President Trump's January comments about the US owning the territory to prevent Russian or Chinese takeover. Greenland and Denmark have confirmed talks are underway, with both sides expressing optimism about the diplomatic direction.
12 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 1 May

Government lifts Karaga curfew, maintains arms ban
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.
1 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 30 April

Government lifts curfew on Gushegu District communities
The Interior Minister has lifted the curfew imposed on eleven communities in Gushegu District following improved security, allowing residents to resume daily activities. The government has maintained a ban on the possession of arms and ammunition in the district and urged stakeholders to adopt non-violent means in addressing disputes.
30 April 2026 · Joy Online →