Ahead of tomorrow’s highly anticipated elections, the Interior Ministry of Ghana has announced the temporary closure of all land borders.
The measure, which is effective immediately, will remain in place until Sunday, December 8, at 6:00 p.m. The decision comes as part of efforts to ensure a secure environment during the voting process and to safeguard the integrity of the election.
In a statement released by the Minister for the Interior, Henry Quartey, the Ministry emphasized that the closure was essential for maintaining peace and security during the election period.
The directive applies to all land borders, and citizens, as well as travelers, are urged to cooperate with state security agencies enforcing the temporary restriction.
The closure of the borders underscores the government’s focus on ensuring that the election process is peaceful and free from external interference.
The authorities have also assured the public that all measures are being taken to maintain law and order during this crucial period.
The security forces will be closely monitoring the situation, and there will be heightened vigilance to ensure a smooth and orderly election.
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As Ghanaians head to the polls tomorrow to elect a new president and parliamentarians, the country remains committed to its democratic processes.
The government’s actions are seen as an important step in upholding Ghana’s reputation for holding peaceful and credible elections.
While the borders remain closed, citizens are urged to remain calm and follow any additional instructions from the relevant authorities.