Government urges collaboration to curb illegal firearms

The Ghanaian government held a ceremony to destroy over 4,000 illegal firearms collected through a gun amnesty program. Officials emphasized the need for continued public cooperation to reduce organized crime and violent extremism in the region.
Why it matters
Reducing the proliferation of illicit small arms is a key strategy for maintaining national security and regional stability in West Africa.
Accra, July 11, GNA – The Government has called for sustained collaboration to tackle the proliferation of illicit small arms and light weapons in Ghana.
The report is a standard government-focused news release detailing public policy and security initiatives.
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