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About 12,000 persons internally displaced due to socio-political factors in Ghana – GSS
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Findings from the 2021 Population and Housing Census indicate that there are 11,717 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Ghana.
The Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) in a press release issued in Accra on Monday to commemorate International Migrants Day, attributed the internal displacement to socio-political factors.
The findings also showed that one in every ten of the IDPs had stayed less than one year in their current place of residence with six in ten having been displaced for five years or more.
“More than half of 57 point three per cent of IDPs reside in four regions: Greater Accra 19 point 2 per cent, Northern, 14 point one percent, Ashanti, 13 point seven per cent and ten point two percent in the Central region,” it said.
The release said the adult literacy rate for IDPs was twice that of persons that were not displaced.
It said four in every ten IDP representing 41 point three IDPs aged 15 years and older were not literate compared to two in every ten non-IDPs.
The percent of children aged four to 17 years who have never been to school is three times higher for IDPs than non- IDPs.
The statement said the census also provided statistics on international migrants in Ghana.
It said the leading drivers of immigration in Ghana was employment, settlement and marriage or family unification.
For males, getting employment is the most frequent purpose for migration while for females, it is migration for marriage or family unification.
A greater share of migrants is male compared to females and almost half of international migrants have lived in Ghana for five years or more.
The statement said some migrants had moved from one community to another as a result of conflict in their previous community.
It said there were migrants who had moved into a different locality or country due to flood, famine, or drought.
GNA
The Government of Ghana has expressed profound sadness over the passing of His Majesty Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II, King of Dagbon.
In a statement issued on Monday, President John Dramani Mahama, on behalf of the Government, extended his deepest condolences to the Royal Family, the people of Dagbon, and the entire nation.
“The Government of Ghana has received with profound sadness the news of the passing of His Majesty Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II,” the statement said.
President Mahama described the late King as a distinguished traditional ruler whose reign was defined by healing, reconciliation, and lasting peace in Dagbon following years of conflict.
The statement noted that His Majesty’s “unwavering commitment to unity, stability, and the welfare of his people created an enabling environment for development”and strengthened the partnership between traditional authorities and Government in advancing progress across Dagbon and Ghana.
The Government paid tribute to the life and legacy of Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II, and honoured his invaluable service to the nation.
“May his wisdom, leadership, and dedication to peace continue to inspire future generations. May his soul rest in perfect peace,” the statement concluded.
The passing of Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II marks the end of an era for Dagbon, which saw significant strides in unity and development under his leadership.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), Hohoe Municipality Command, has conducted fire safety inspections and public education at selected fuel filling stations within the municipality.
The exercise, held from July 3, 2026 to July 5, 2025 was led by the Municipal Commander, DO III Bismark Hosu-Porbley.
During the inspection, the team assessed the fire safety preparedness of the facilities. Staff were also educated on fire prevention, emergency response procedures, and the proper use of firefighting equipment.
Management of the affected fuel stations expressed appreciation for the exercise and pledged to comply with the recommended safety measures.
The GNFS said the exercise reaffirms its commitment to continuous fire safety awareness and risk reduction to safeguard lives and property.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
