31 Jan 2022 | 09:27 AM UTC
Ghana: Security curfew remains in place in select areas of the country as of Jan. 31 /update 3
Officials maintaining security-related curfew in select areas of Ghana as of Jan. 31.
Event
As of Jan. 31, authorities are maintaining the security curfews in effect in select areas across the country unchanged. The following locations are affected:
Bawku (Upper East Region): 20:00-05:00
Kandiga and Doba (Upper East Region): 18:00-06:00.
Bimbilla and Kpatinga (Northern Region): 00:00-04:00.
Saboba (Northern Region): 22:00-04:00
Chereponi (North East Region): 22:00-04:00.
Bunkpurugu (North East Region): 20:00-06:00.
Alavanyo and Nkonya (Oti Region): 18:00-06:00.
Drobo, Japekrom, Babianiha, Kwasibourkrom, Mpuasu, Basekrom, Kojokesekrom, and Katakyiekrom (Bono Region): 20:00-05:00.
Even outside curfew hours, people present in the affected areas are prohibited from carrying weapons, ammunition, or any other similar material. Local authorities may also enact additional restrictive measures.
An increased security presence, as well as movement and commercial disruptions, are likely to persist in the affected areas. Locals opposed to the measure could stage protests; police will likely move forcefully to disperse any gatherings that may materialize.
Context
The curfews remain in place due to insecurity and violence linked to longstanding grievances and communal disputes; some of the curfews have been in effect for years.
Advice
Abide by the conditions of the curfew, heed the directives of local authorities, and carry personal identification documents. Plan for movement and business disruptions. Avoid all demonstrations.
