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Gun amnesty to be declared soon — Interior Ministry
The Government, through the Ministry of the Interior, is set to declare a gun amnesty programme to help reduce the proliferation and misuse of firearms across the country.
The move, which is under consideration by the Minister for the Interior, forms part of a series of policy measures proposed by the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons (NACSA) to tackle the rising cases of gun-related violence.
According to NACSA, illicit firearms have gradually found their way into homes, markets, and public gatherings, leading to avoidable loss of lives.
The Commission noted that illegal guns have turned “small quarrels into funerals, land disputes into wars, and traditional celebrations into mourning.”
The gun amnesty, when declared, will allow anyone in possession of an unregistered or illegal firearm to surrender it to the authorities without facing arrest, questioning, or prosecution.
During the amnesty period, individuals can hand over such weapons freely, with no penalties imposed.
The initiative, the statement explained, is not meant to target or prosecute anyone but to promote peace and prevent further tragedy.
“This is not a witch hunt. It is simply about saving lives, preventing tragedy, and giving every Ghanaian the chance to choose peace over violence” the Commission stressed.
NACSA encouraged the public to begin preparing for the amnesty, urging everyone with illicit firearms whether kept at home, hidden on a farm, or stored for emergencies to surrender them once the programme begins.
“When you surrender your gun, you are not giving up power; you are reclaiming peace. Each weapon handed in will be one less threat to safety and one more step toward a peaceful Ghana” the statement added.
The Commission called on the public to spread the message to families, neighbours, and friends, emphasizing that national peace and security depend on collective effort.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mubarak, has disclosed that poor coordination and weak communication among security agencies contributed significantly to the violence recorded during the 2020 and 2024 general elections.
In his address on the findings of the Election-Related Violence Report, the Minister said the task force that investigated the incidents discovered that the lack of proper coordination between security institutions often led to confusion on the ground, resulting in clashes and excessive use of force in some areas.
Mr. Muntaka explained that in several instances, security agencies operated without clear communication channels, which created gaps in response and accountability. This, he said, made it difficult to control situations that later turned violent.
He emphasised that the report had recommended stronger collaboration and improved coordination mechanisms among the various security agencies to ensure effective communication and joint planning during future elections.
The Minister further noted that the report has been submitted to the Attorney General’s Department for legal advice and for determining appropriate compensation for victims and families affected by the violence.
He assured that the government is committed to implementing the task force’s recommendations to strengthen inter-agency coordination, enhance professionalism, and maintain peace and order in future electoral processes.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has announced that all mobile loan applications and digital credit service providers currently operating in the country without a license must regularize their operations by June 30, 2026.
In a public notice issued on October 31, 2025, the central bank said it will begin accepting applications from companies seeking to operate as Digital Credit Services Providers starting November 3, 2025.
The Bank explained that all entities offering digital loans or credit services must submit the required documents and meet the licensing requirements before the deadline.
It warned that any company that fails to comply with the directive will face regulatory action.
The Bank of Ghana urged operators and the public to contact its FinTech and Innovation Office in Accra for details on the licensing process or visit its official website, www.bog.gov.gh
By: Jacob Aggrey
