In a speech delivered at the General Meeting of the Greater Accra Regional House of Chiefs at Dodowa, Hon. Minister of the Interior, Muntaka Mohamed-Mubarak, appealed to chiefs and queen mothers in the country to support the security services in disbanding vigilantism and land guard activities, which pose significant threats to national security.
He stressed the vital role traditional leaders play in maintaining peace and security in Ghana, which cannot be overstated, and therefore they should be encouraged to support the security services.
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The Minister noted the need for alternative dispute resolution mechanisms to address chieftaincy disputes, which have led to curfews across the country.
He proposed establishment of a joint security committee, conducting regular briefings with security agencies, and implementing community sensitization programs to promote security best practices.
He assured the chiefs that the government is committed to ensuring peace and security in Ghana and urged them to champion the cause of security in their communities.
He emphasized the importance of collaboration between traditional leaders, security agencies, and local government to create a safer and more stable environment for businesses to thrive and citizens to live in peace.
The President of the Greater Accra Regional House of Chiefs who is also the Nungua Mantse, Prof Odaifio Welentsi III, assured the Minister of the Regional House of Chiefs’ support for development and appealed to the government to return lands belonging to Ga Damgbe, which were collected for government projects but not used, to their rightful owners.
