Bawku Divisional Police Command at the Customs barrier in Binguri, a district in the Upper East Region, on Wednesday, November 28, 2024, intercepted a Yutong bus carrying 1,800 rounds of ammunition. The bus that was en route from Bawku to Kumasi with registration number GW 6471-22 was stopped.

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The driver, whose name has not been disclosed, has been arrested and is currently in police custody at the Bawku Divisional Police Command, where he has given a caution statement.It is reported that the police acted on a tip-off. The ammunition is currently in police custody, but it is unclear when the driver will be brought to court.

to reach the Bawku Divisional Police Commander,

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Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Adamu Seidu, for further comments were unsuccessful.However, in response to the incident, the Mamprugu Youth Association (MAYA) issued a statement condemning the illegal transportation of the ammunition. The association has called for a thorough investigation by security agencies, including the police and the Ministry of National Security.

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A statement signed by Awudu Bagura, President of MAYA, said: “We commend the security agencies for their diligence and swift action in seizing the bus carrying ammunition.”The group called for investigations to ascertain the source or origin of the ammunition, the individuals or groups involved, and the intended purpose of the shipment.Mr.

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Bagura urged the government and security agencies to intensify intelligence gathering and monitor transport routes in the country to prevent the recurrence of such incidents.

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