The National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons has held a one-day training workshop to equip transport operators with the skills to detect and prevent the illicit transportation of arms, ammunition and explosives.
The initiative, aimed at enhancing national security and addressing the growing threats of criminals using passenger vehicles to move dangerous materials, was held at the commission's head office in Accra, on Thursday, June 5, 2025.
The Acting Executive Secretary of the Commission, Dr Adam Bonaa, emphasised the critical role of transporters in Ghana's development, noting that road transport remains the country's primary mode of mobility, but also carries the risk of facilitating the movement of illicit arms.
The training focused on teaching operators to recognise suspicious behaviours and items, such as weapons or explosives concealed in everyday luggage. "The purpose of this workshop is to alert transport operators to potential risks.
