The Inspector-General of Police (IGP) has deployed an additional specialised police operations team and a multi-purpose armoured vehicle to the Nkwanta Municipality in the Oti Region to strengthen security and maintain law and order in the area.
According to a statement issued by the Oti Regional Police Headquarters, the reinforcement arrived in the municipality on October 14, 2026, to support ongoing joint Police-Military operations and bolster the existing security presence.
The deployment forms part of efforts by the Ghana Police Service to enhance public safety and respond to security concerns within the municipality.
The statement noted that the additional personnel and equipment would complement existing security arrangements and help ensure the effective maintenance of peace and stability in the area.
The joint security forces reaffirmed their commitment to protecting lives and property while sustaining law and order in Nkwanta and its surrounding communities.
The Police Service urged residents to remain calm and cooperate fully with security personnel in the execution of their duties.
Members of the public were also encouraged to volunteer credible information that could assist security agencies in their operations and help prevent activities that may threaten public safety.
The statement further cautioned residents against any actions that could undermine ongoing security efforts, stressing that public cooperation remains critical to maintaining peace, security and stability in the municipality.
The release was signed by Deputy Superintendent of Police John Nchor, Public Affairs Officer for the Oti Region.
The latest deployment underscores the commitment of the security services to ensuring a safe and secure environment for residents of Nkwanta and the wider Oti Region.