Ghana Shuts Land Borders Ahead of Elections on Dec 7

In a move to safeguard the integrity of tomorrow's presidential elections, Ghana's Ministry of Interior has announced the temporary closure of all land borders, effective immediately.

The closure will remain in place until Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 6pm.

According to a statement signed by Interior Minister Henry Quartey, the measure aims to prevent any potential security threats and ensure a peaceful electoral process. The Ministry has urged all citizens and travelers to cooperate with security agencies in enforcing this directive.

This move is part of a broader effort to maintain law and order during the elections. Ghana has a history of peaceful transfers of power, and the government is keen to ensure that this trend continues.

Find the statement from the Ministry below.

Source: Florence Kyei / Lead News Online