Julius Debrah champions National Security as government destroys illicit firearms
Ghanaian government officials, including Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, oversaw the destruction of over 4,000 illicit firearms to combat crime and regional instability. The initiative is part of a broader effort to prevent weapons from reaching criminal elements and violent extremists.
Why it matters
It underscores the government's commitment to national security and the reduction of armed violence in the West African sub-region.
Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has reiterated the Government's uncompromising stance against the proliferation of illicit firearms, declaring that Ghana will continue to take decisive steps to protect its peace, security and democratic stability.
Hon. Julius Debrah made the declaration while delivering the keynote address at the 8th National Small Arms Destruction Ceremony, held at the Police Depot in Tesano, Accra, in observance of the United Nations International Small Arms Destruction Day.
The event brought together the Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, senior security officials, development partners and other stakeholders committed to combating the spread of illegal small arms and light weapons.
Addressing participants, the Chief of Staff described the destruction of confiscated and surrendered firearms as more than a symbolic exercise, saying it demonstrates Government's unwavering commitment to ensuring that illegal weapons do not find their way back into Ghanaian communities.
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