Residents of Bawku are calling on the government to reconsider the newly imposed curfew that begins at 2:00 p.m. daily, citing its harsh impact on livelihoods—particularly for market women whose businesses depend on late-afternoon trading.
The Ministry for the Interior, acting on the advice of the North East Regional Security Council, imposed the curfew on Nalerigu Township and surrounding areas effective Sunday, July 27, 2025.
Under the directive, residents must remain indoors from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. until further notice. The measure is backed by an Executive Instrument signed by Interior Minister Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak (MP).
Government urged Chiefs, Elders, youth, and opinion leaders in the region to exercise restraint and seek peaceful avenues for resolving disputes.
The call for calm comes amid rising tensions and recent security threats in the area.
However, many residents, particularly traders, say the curfew is too restrictive and economically damaging.
“Closing by 2:00 p.m. means we lose most of our customers and income,” one market woman said. “We need more practical security interventions, not blanket restrictions.”
The Municipal Chief Executive of Bawku, Isaac Azunaba, speaking to GHOne acknowledged the concerns but maintained that the curfew was necessary to stabilize the situation.
He assured the public that efforts are underway to review the situation and restore normalcy.
The growing frustration underscores the delicate balance between maintaining public safety and protecting economic activity in conflict-prone zones like Bawku.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
