We’ll recover illegal firearms with amnesty and cash exchange – Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak

The Minister-Designate for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has raised concerns over the alarming proliferation of illegal firearms across Ghana, describing it as a growing threat to national security.

Speaking during his vetting before the Parliamentary Appointments Committee on Friday, January 24, the Asawase Member of Parliament outlined a proactive plan to tackle the issue.

Muntaka pledged to implement a comprehensive initiative aimed at recovering illegal arms, focusing on encouraging voluntary compliance.

He proposed key measures, including an amnesty period for gun owners to surrender illegal weapons without fear of prosecution and a firearms-for-cash exchange programme.

He emphasised the grave implications of the unchecked circulation of illegal firearms, noting the rising tide of violent crimes, armed robberies, and community conflicts tied to their availability.

“This is not just a law enforcement issue but a critical step toward ensuring public safety and fostering peace,” Muntaka stated.

The Minister-Designate assured the Committee that under his leadership, efforts to recover illegal firearms would be prioritised, with the ultimate goal of reducing gun-related violence and promoting national security.

“I can assure that with my team, we will look at recovering illegal firearms because there may even be people who may be having it but may even be afraid that it will be seen on them because there may be a reason when they wanted it but no longer want it.

“We can grant some amnesty window for them to return it and probably look at exchange for cash or some kind and look at exchange of weapons for cash.”

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