Government imposes curfew in Bawku, Nalerigu over rising tensions
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The Ministry of the Interior, in a public release, stated that this measure is aimed at stabilizing the region and preventing further unrest.
In response to escalating violence in the Upper East Region, the government has announced a sweeping curfew affecting Bawku, Nalerigu, and nearby areas.
Starting on Sunday, July 27, 2025, residents will be restricted from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. each day until further notice.
The Ministry of the Interior, in a public release, stated that this measure is aimed at stabilizing the region and preventing further unrest. Authorities emphasized that the curfew will also aid the safe and orderly evacuation of students from schools caught within the volatile zones.
This development forms part of a broader strategy to restore calm and protect civilians in the wake of recent clashes.
