Ghana Faces 338 Conflict Hotspots: Interior Minister Calls for Urgent Intervention

Ghana is currently grappling with 338 conflict hotspots across the country largely stemming from chieftaincy and land disputes according to the Minister for the Interior Mr. Muntaka Mohammed Mubarak.

This revelation was made during a courtesy visit to the Northern Regional Minister Mr. Ali Adolf John at the Northern Regional Coordinating Council in Tamale. The visit formed part of a nationwide tour by the Interior Ministry aimed at assessing regional security challenges and exploring strategies to enhance conflict prevention and peacebuilding mechanisms.

While the southern part of the country records a higher number of disputes the minister emphasized that the northern regions pose a greater security concern due to the intensity and complexity of violent incidents.

Though the south records more cases the north experiences more violent incidents making the region a high-priority security concern, Mr. Mubarak stated.

He highlighted the urgency of implementing early conflict prevention measures especially in vulnerable districts to safeguard national unity and stability. Referring to a recent incident in Zabzugu the minister warned that unresolved tensions if ignored, could escalate into broader conflicts with nationwide implications.

As part of efforts to address the growing insecurity, Mr. Mubarak announced that the government will provide enhanced resources to the National Peace Council to strengthen early warning systems and implement effective community-based interventions.

In addition, he revealed plans to deploy at least three armored vehicles to the Northern Region to reinforce the capacity of security agencies in responding to conflict-related emergencies.

On his part, the Northern Regional Minister Mr. Ali Adolf John raised concerns over the persistent land-related disputes in the region, particularly during the rainy season when competition over farmlands often sparks clashes.

He appealed to the Ministry for increased logistical support to better equip security personnel in the region to manage and resolve such conflicts effectively.

“Northern Ghana holds enormous economic potential, but lasting peace remains the cornerstone for investment and sustainable development Mr. John said.

The Interior Ministry’s nationwide security tour is expected to continue in the coming weeks, with the aim of developing comprehensive and collaborative approaches to conflict resolution and national peacebuilding.