Oti Region: Govt warns against carrying arms, ammunition or any offensive weapons in Nkwanta

The Minister for the Interior Henry Quartey has imposed a curfew on Nkwanta Township in the Oti Region.

The curfew starts from 8:00pm – 6:00am effective Tuesday, August 6, 2024.

The Minister acted on the advice of the Oti Regional Security Council and by the Executive Instrument, a statement said.

“Government wishes to appeal to all to exercise restraint and to use the established mechanisms for the resolution of all their conflicts and disputes.

“Meanwhile, the government will like to reiterate that, there is a ban on all persons in Nkwanta Township and its environs from carrying arms, ammunition or any offensive weapons and any persons found with any arms or ammunition will be arrested and prosecuted,” the statement said.