The District Chief Executive for the Kassena Nankana West District Assembly, Stephen Aeke Akurugo, has expressed concern over suspected terrorist activities and movements along some border communities within the district.
According to the DCE, communities such as Kayoro and Katiu, which share borders with neighbouring Burkina Faso, have witnessed suspected terrorist-related activities that continue to pose a security threat to the area.
Mr. Akurugo disclosed this while delivering his sessional address during the first ordinary meeting of the Assembly held on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at the conference hall of Motel in Paga.
“Another security concern confronting the district is the threat of terrorist activities along some border communities. Areas such as Kayoro and Katiu have witnessed suspected terrorist-related movements and activities, which are being closely monitored by our security agencies in collaboration with our counterparts in neighbouring Burkina Faso,” he stated.
The DCE, however, assured residents that security agencies in the district remained vigilant and committed to maintaining peace and protecting lives and property. He noted that despite a few reported robbery incidents in some parts of the district, the area continued to enjoy relative peace and stability.
“I am pleased to state that the district continues to enjoy relative peace and stability, despite a few reported robbery cases in some parts of the district. Our security agencies remain vigilant and committed to maintaining law and order to ensure the safety of our people,” he said.
Mr. Akurugo appealed to Assembly Members to intensify public sensitization within their electoral areas and encourage residents to remain security conscious and vigilant at all times.
“The safety of our district is a shared responsibility and requires the active participation of every citizen,” he stressed.
He urged community members to promptly report suspicious activities, unusual gatherings, unexplained movements, or strange behaviours by unknown persons to security agencies and local authorities.
“Government’s security mantra ‘See Something, Say Something’ remains critical in our collective effort to prevent threats and safeguard our communities,” he added.
The DCE also raised concerns over persistent vehicular congestion along the Paga Township Highway extending to the Paga Border Post, describing the situation as a major security and safety threat to the district.
According to him, the congestion had been caused largely by network challenges at the Burkina Faso border, which had slowed down border processing and resulted in long queues of vehicles.
To address the situation, Mr. Akurugo said the District Security Council (DISEC) had constituted a Road Safety Taskforce to regulate traffic flow and maintain order while the Assembly works to complete an additional car park at the border.
“In response to this challenge and to avert any possible calamity, the District Security Council has constituted a Road Safety Taskforce to regulate and manage traffic flow, maintain orderliness, and ensure the safety of commuters and residents,” he stated.
As part of efforts to improve security within the district, the DCE revealed that the Assembly had distributed 247 boxes of streetlights to major towns, markets, health facilities, and senior high schools across the district.
He explained that the intervention was aimed at improving illumination, enhancing security, and promoting socio-economic activities in beneficiary communities.
Mr. Akurugo assured residents that the Assembly and security agencies would continue to work tirelessly to ensure the safety and stability of the district.
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