The National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons (NACSA) has revealed that the Greater Accra Region is leading in the number of firearms surrendered under the ongoing Gun Amnesty Programme.

Launched on December 1, the initiative allows individuals to voluntarily register or hand in unregistered or illegal firearms without fear of arrest, prosecution, or questioning.

NACSA’s Executive Secretary Dr Bonaa disclosed this to the media on Friday, December 26, after a visit to the National Mosque in Accra.

During the visit, he met with the National Chief Imam to raise awareness among the Muslim community about the programme, which concludes on January 15, 2026.

“The Greater Accra Region is one of the areas where most of the weapons we have collected are coming from. It is currently leading in terms of arms surrendered under the amnesty programme, with the support of the security commanders,” Dr. Bonaa said.

He added that the outreach to the Muslim community was motivated by the influence of the National Chief Imam, who he described as a key figure in fostering peace and social cohesion. He stated that the Chief Imam has agreed to serve as an ambassador for the Gun Amnesty Programme.

“The Chief Imam is one of the pillars of peace in this country. He does not preach violence or disturbance. Even in difficult moments when people wanted to react violently on his behalf, he consistently called for restraint. That tells you the kind of authority and moral influence he has,” Dr. Bonaa noted.

Dr Bonaa further explained that the Chief Imam welcomed the programme and promised to encourage members of the Muslim community to voluntarily surrender illegal firearms.

Joining the delegation, Greater Accra Regional Police Commander, DCOP Duuti Tuaruka, reassured the public that individuals handing in their weapons under the amnesty would not be arrested.

He urged anyone in possession of illegal firearms to take advantage of the programme and hand them over to the security agencies before it ends.