The Minister for the Interior, on the advice of the National Security Council and by Executive Instrument, has reviewed the curfew hours for Bawku and Nalerigu townships and their surrounding areas.
Effective Thursday, July 31, 2025, the new curfew hours will run from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., replacing the previous schedule of 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The affected areas include the Bawku Municipality in the Upper East Region and the East Mamprusi Municipality in the North East Region.
The government urged Chiefs, Opinion Leaders, the youth, and residents of the area to continue exercising restraint and to pursue peaceful and non-violent means in addressing local challenges.
In addition, the Ministry has reminded the public that a total ban remains in force on the possession of arms, ammunition, and offensive weapons in the affected areas. Anyone found in violation of this directive will be arrested and prosecuted.
The government reiterated its commitment to restoring peace and security in the region and called on all stakeholders to support efforts to maintain law and order.
