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2024 elections: Interior Ministry announces temporary closure of Ghana’s land borders

By Vincent Ashitey
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The Ministry of Interior has announced the temporary closure of all land borders across Ghana as part of efforts to safeguard the integrity of the December 7 general elections.

The directive, which takes immediate effect will remain in force until 6pm on Sunday, December 8, 2024.

According to the Interior Ministry, the measure is aimed at ensuring a secure and peaceful electoral process while preventing any unauthorised movements that could disrupt the elections.

In a statement, the Ministry urged citizens and travelers to comply with the directive and cooperate with State Security Agencies tasked with enforcing the closure.

“The Ministry urges all citizens and travelers to and from Ghana to cooperate with State Security Agencies enforcing this directive,” the statement said.