The Deputy Minister for the Interior, Ebenezer Okletey Terlarbi, has called on stakeholders within Ghana’s security and safety ecosystem to adopt more innovative and collaborative approaches in dealing with the country’s evolving security threats.

Speaking at the 2025 Ghana Security and Safety Conference and Expo held at the University of Ghana, Mr. Terlarbi said Ghana’s security landscape is changing rapidly, requiring a proactive and united response from government agencies, private sector actors, researchers, and civil society.

This year’s conference, themed “Innovating for Safety: Strengthening National Preparedness Against Emerging Threats,” brought together policymakers, industry experts, technology innovators, and security service leaders to explore strategies for enhanced national preparedness.

The Deputy Minister highlighted the emergence of complex risks such as cybercrime, climate-related disasters, pandemics, and transnational terrorism, noting that these challenges demand new thinking and modern tools.

The Minister said Ghana must embrace innovation and collaboration as essential pillars of national security, citing the increasing relevance of digital surveillance systems, drones for emergency response, advanced cybersecurity frameworks, and data-driven decision-making.

He added that the Ministry of the Interior remains committed to modernising its operational approaches, investing in training for security personnel, and adopting technologies that improve rapid response and coordination across agencies.

Mr. Terlarbi urged all partners to use the conference as a catalyst for deeper cooperation and long-term investment in Ghana’s security systems.