Ghana closes land borders to ensure peaceful elections
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The Ministry of the Interior has announced the temporary closure of all land borders in Ghana as part of efforts to safeguard the integrity of the December 7 elections.
The closure, effective immediately, will remain in place until 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, 8 December 2024.
The measure aims to enhance security and create a peaceful environment for the electoral process.
In a statement, Interior Minister Henry Quartey urged citizens and travellers to adhere to the directive and cooperate fully with security agencies enforcing it.
“This decision underscores the government’s unwavering commitment to ensuring a peaceful and secure atmosphere for the elections,” the statement noted.
Read full statement below:
Source: classfmonline.com
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