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The Interior Ministry has announced the temporary closure of all land borders in Ghana ahead of tomorrow's elections.
This measure which the Ministry says is aimed at safeguarding the integrity of the electoral process, is effective immediately and will remain in place until 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 8.
In a statement issued by the Minister for the Interior, Henry Quartey, the Ministry called on citizens and travelers to comply with the directive and cooperate with state security agencies enforcing it.
The decision to temporarily close the borders underscores the government’s commitment to ensuring a peaceful and secure environment for the elections.
Authorities have assured the public that all necessary steps are being taken to maintain law and order as Ghanaians prepare to head to the polls.
Full statement below:
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