The Minister for the Interior, , has expressed concern over the surge in unregistered and untraceable arms entering Ghana, warning that the situation poses a serious threat to national security.
According to a report by citinewsroom.com, he made these remarks during a working visit to the Northern Region on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, noting that the influx of illegal arms has led to a rise in incidents of indiscriminate gunfire, often triggered by minor disagreements. "The number of arms in the hands of our citizens is reaching an alarming level.
It's giving the Peace Council, the police, and other security agencies a lot of headaches.
At the slightest provocation, you hear a gunshot.
