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June 14, 2026
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Aflao border plunged into darkness, exposing travellers to attacks – Union Secretary
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- Emmanuel Kwasi Agbodeka of the Cooperative Hiring Car Union, Aflao Branch, has raised alarm over severe insecurity at the Aflao border due to poor lighting and insufficient security presence.
- The stretch from the Border Market to the main border yard is described as a high-risk zone, with travelers frequently facing harassment, attacks, and robberies.
- A recent incident involved the killing of a union driver while he was protecting a passenger, underscoring the escalating violence.
- Calls have been made for urgent intervention, including the immediate restoration of streetlights and increased deployment of police and military personnel, particularly during early mornings and late evenings.
- The Assembly Member, Alhaji Mohammed Amuzu, confirmed the issue, attributing the lighting problem to damaged underground cables, and noted that proposed solutions have not yet been implemented.
Why This Matters
The Aflao border is one of Ghana's busiest entry points, crucial for trade, tourism, and regional integration. Deteriorating security there directly threatens the safety of citizens and visitors, potentially undermining Ghana's reputation and hindering economic activity through this vital gateway.
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- Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee, Nana Asafo-Adjei Ayeh, criticized the handling of Thomas Partey’s travel arrangements.
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Use diplomatic channels to secure Partey’s entry into Canada – Asafo-Adjei Ayeh to gov’t
- Ghanaian MP Nana Asafo-Adjei Ayeh has called for intensified diplomatic efforts from the government.
- The appeal aims to secure a temporary residence visa for Black Stars deputy captain Thomas Partey to enter Canada.
- Partey's reported visa denial threatens his participation in Ghana's crucial Group L match against Panama on June 17.
- The lawmaker believes current government protests are insufficient, stressing the need for more proactive engagement to resolve the matter.
- He emphasized the Foreign Affairs Ministry's responsibility to utilize Ghana's diplomatic network to support national teams and ensure players' participation.