Government reviews curfew hours in Hamile to 10:00 PM – 4:00 AM

Story by: Regina Bless

The government has reviewed the curfew hours imposed on Hamile Township and its surrounding communities in the Lambussie District of the Upper West Region.

In a statement, the Minister for the Interior said the revised curfew hours, which take effect from Thursday, November 5, 2026, will run from 10:00 pm to 4:00 am.

The decision was taken on the advice of the National Security Council and through an Executive Instrument.

Government has urged chiefs, opinion leaders, the youth and residents of the area to exercise restraint and embrace non-violent approaches in addressing their grievances to help restore and maintain peace.

Meanwhile, a total ban remains in force on the possession of arms, ammunition and other offensive weapons in Hamile and its surrounding communities.

The Interior Ministry has warned that anyone found possessing such weapons will be arrested and prosecuted.