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The Minister for the Interior, Henry Quartey, has issued an Executive Instrument to extend the curfew hours in Kpatinga and its surrounding areas.
The new curfew hours will be enforced from 12:00 midnight to 4:00 am, starting on Friday, May 17, 2024.
This decision was made based on the recommendation of the Northern Regional Security Council.
In statement, the Ministry said the government acknowledges the cooperation of the chiefs, elders, opinion leaders, youth, and residents of the affected area in adhering to the curfew regulations.
The government urged the community members to remain calm and exercise restraint in the face of the challenges they are experiencing.
They are encouraged to utilize non-violent means to address their concerns and work towards maintaining peace in the region" it said.
“Meanwhile, there is a total ban on all persons in the Kpatinga and surrounding areas from carrying arms, ammunition or any offensive weapon, and any person found with any arms or ammunition will be arrested and prosecuted,” the statement added.
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