Bawku Curfew Tightened to 2 PM – 6 AM; Total Ban on Weapons Enforced

ACCRA, Ghana – In response to the escalating Bawku conflict, the Ghanaian government has announced a review and tightening of the curfew hours in the troubled area. Effective today, July 27, 2025, residents of Bawku and its environs will be under curfew from 2:00 PM to 6:00 AM daily. This marks a further restriction from the previously announced evening curfew.

This latest measure, as indicated in a government announcement, is accompanied by a strict enforcement of a total ban on weapons within the affected areas. Security forces have been authorized to conduct thorough searches and confiscate any illegal firearms to de-escalate the ongoing tensions and prevent further violence.

The image accompanying the announcement depicts armed military personnel, underscoring the seriousness with which the government is addressing the Bawku conflict. The announcement, bearing the logos of both the Republic of Ghana and the Ministry of the Interior, emphasizes the official and urgent nature of these directives.

These decisive actions follow recent disturbing events in the region, including attacks on high school campuses. The government aims to restore calm and order by limiting movement and removing instruments of violence from the hands of civilians.

Residents of Bawku are strongly advised to adhere to these revised curfew hours and the ban on weapons. Security personnel will be actively patrolling the area to ensure compliance, and any violations will be met with strict enforcement. The government is urging all stakeholders in the Bawku conflict to embrace peace and allow these measures to pave the way for a lasting resolution.