The Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has cautioned Regional Ministers against the arbitrary or partisan deployment of state security agencies, warning that such practices risk undermining public trust and weakening national stability.
Speaking at a training programme on the Security and Intelligence Agencies Act, 2026 (Act 1168) in Accra, the Minister urged public officials to exercise their authority strictly within the confines of the law.
He noted that office holders often come under pressure from individuals seeking to influence state institutions for political advantage or personal disputes. However, he stressed that security agencies must remain professional, impartial, and firmly committed to their constitutional mandate.
Mr. Mohammed-Mubarak warned that any attempt to politicise security institutions could erode the foundations of Ghana’s democratic governance and compromise the integrity of the country’s security system.
“Unlawful or partisan use of the security institutions has no place within this room,” he said, urging Regional Ministers to uphold fairness, accountability and respect for the rule of law in the discharge of their duties.
He further highlighted the central role of Regional Ministers in maintaining peace and security, adding that effective governance depends on strong coordination between political leadership and the country’s security agencies.
The Interior Minister called for deeper collaboration between Regional Ministers and security services to strengthen intelligence sharing, improve crime prevention, and enhance public safety across the country.
He also outlined ongoing government efforts to modernise Ghana’s security architecture, including improved recruitment processes, enhanced training, and increased logistical support for security agencies to better respond to evolving threats.
According to him, government is also reinforcing border security and expanding cooperation with neighbouring countries as part of broader measures to combat transnational crime and emerging security challenges.