By – Sadat Dabo

The government has imposed an immediate curfew on Hamile Township and its surrounding communities in the Lambussie District of the Upper West Region following security concerns in the area

The Minister for the Interior, acting on the advice of the National Security Council and through an Executive Instrument, announced the curfew on Tuesday, November 3, 2026

The restriction requires residents and visitors in Hamile Township and its environs to remain indoors between 6:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m., effective immediately

In a statement, the Ministry of the Interior called on chiefs, opinion leaders, the youth and residents of the affected communities to exercise restraint amid the challenges confronting the area

Government has further urged all stakeholders to resort to peaceful and non-violent means of expressing their grievances, stressing the need for collective efforts to restore and maintain peace

Meanwhile, authorities have imposed a total ban on the possession of firearms, ammunition and all offensive weapons within Hamile Township and its surrounding communities

The Ministry warned that anyone found in possession of arms or ammunition would be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the law

The latest security measures are aimed at addressing the prevailing challenges in the area and preventing any further escalation of tensions

Residents have been urged to comply fully with the curfew and cooperate with security agencies to help safeguard lives and property

Source – gbcuraonline.com