Thursday, 31 October

B/R: 6 to 6 curfew imposed on Sampa township due to chieftaincy disputes

General News
There is a total ban on carrying arms, ammunition, or any offensive weapons in Sampa township

The Minister for the Interior, Henry Quartey, on the advice of the Bono Regional Security Council and by Executive Instrument, has imposed a curfew on Sampa Township in the Jaman North District of the Bono Region.

The curfew, from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM daily, is effective Thursday, July 11, 2024, until further notice.

This decision follows some chieftaincy disputes in the area.

The government has urged chiefs, opinion leaders, youth, and residents to exercise restraint and use non-violent means to address their grievances and ensure peace.

Additionally, there is a total ban on carrying arms, ammunition, or any offensive weapons in Sampa township.

Any person found with such items will be arrested and prosecuted.

Source: Classfmonline.com/Emmanuel Mensah