The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has intensified security operations in Bawku, Nalerigu, and adjoining communities as part of a broader mission to restore calm and stability in the conflict-prone areas.
In a statement issued on Thursday, July 31, the GAF said the heightened military deployment began on Tuesday, July 29, and involved both ground and aerial manoeuvres aimed at neutralising threats and enhancing public safety.
The statement urged residents to cooperate fully with security personnel by complying with all directives, particularly the revised curfew hours, which have been adjusted from the previous 2:00 p.m.– 6:00 a.m. to a new schedule of 6:00 p.m.– 6:00 a.m., as announced by the Ministry of the Interior.
“The Ghana Armed Forces remains fully committed to its mission to restore peace and stability in Bawku, Nalerigu and surrounding towns and calls on all stakeholders to support and collaborate towards its successful accomplishment,” the statement read.
The Armed Forces also issued a caution to the public, especially bloggers, content creators, and media practitioners, to desist from circulating old military footage and misrepresenting them as part of the current operations.
“The Armed Forces wishes to appeal to all individuals, including bloggers, content creators and media personnel, to refrain from posting previous military footage and linking them to the current operations, an act that constitutes disinformation and mal-information. Such behaviour undermines the peace efforts and fuels unnecessary tension,” GAF warned.
The GAF reaffirmed its commitment to upholding law and order while protecting civilians in the region, and called for collective responsibility in ensuring long-term peace and security.
Read the full statement below
