The Paga Youth Movement has pledged to strengthen collaboration with security agencies in the Kassena-Nankana West District of the Upper East Region to curb the growing menace of illicit drugs in the area.
The commitment was made during a working visit on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, to key security institutions in the district, including the Ghana Immigration Service at Paga. According to the group, the visit sought to deepen existing partnerships, enhance intelligence sharing, and advocate for the community’s security needs.
Chairman of the Paga Youth Movement, Wenawome Duriyem Aborah, emphasized that tackling drug-related crimes requires a united effort between the community and law enforcement.
“We need to enhance intelligence sharing, particularly with agencies like the Narcotics Control Commission. By working together, we can expose drug trafficking networks and suspicious activities before they harm our community,” he said.
Aborah added that the group is ready to support law enforcement in tracking and reporting traffickers, which could lead to investigations and possible prosecutions.
“Our aim is not only to fight the drug trade but also to deter others. We also urge security agencies to intensify community education, especially targeting the youth, about the dangers of drug abuse and the importance of reporting suspicious activities,” he noted.
Receiving the delegation, the Sector Commander of the Ghana Immigration Service in Paga, DCO1 William Kwame Sabi, expressed readiness to work closely with the youth movement to address security concerns.
“Your local knowledge and perspectives are invaluable. When we gain insight from the community, it strengthens our strategies and builds trust between the public and security agencies,” he said.
Commander Sabi also cautioned about the growing security threats along Ghana’s borders, particularly in light of instability in neighboring Burkina Faso.
“Every day, people transit this route without permits. This has serious implications for our national security. A joint effort between the Paga Youth Movement and the sector command can significantly enhance security measures and make our community safer,” he added.
The Paga Youth Movement has a history of working with security agencies and believes this renewed commitment will help dismantle criminal networks while protecting the youth from the dangers of drug abuse.
Source: A1Radioonline.com|101.1Mhz|Joseph Napolean Anaaya|Bolgatanga|
