Bawku tension: Security services assure of reinforced security

The Ghana Police Service and the Ghana Armed Forces have reaffirmed their commitment to restoring peace and stability in Bawku, its surrounding regions, and along the Bolgatanga-Walewale-Tamale highway.

In a statement released on Sunday, the security forces announced that joint Police and Military units have been deployed to these areas to address security concerns and ensure the safety of residents. The statement highlighted that a strong security presence has been established in Bawku, with additional forces positioned along the Bolgatanga-Tamale route to secure the area and manage traffic.

This deployment aims to maintain order while facilitating safe and efficient travel in the region.

Both the Police and Military emphasized their dedication to upholding peace and protecting lives and property, assuring locals and travelers that these ongoing efforts are part of a broader strategy to secure the area.

“This intervention by the Ghana Police Service and the Ghana Armed Forces underscores our commitment to peace and security in Bawku and its environs,” the statement read, illustrating the agencies’ proactive approach to safeguarding public trust and stability in Ghana’s northern areas.