Ghana’s Interior Minister Vows to Remove Beggars, Prostitutes from Streets.
The Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to removing street beggars, dwellers, and prostitutes from major cities, citing national security and public order concerns.
“This is not just about public nuisance; it’s a security issue. We are committed to restoring decency and order to our urban spaces,” Hon.Mutaka Mohammed stated.
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Over 2,000 Foreign Beggars Arrested in Accra
Muntaka disclosed that a recent operation in Accra resulted in the arrest of over 2,000 foreign beggars.
Nearly half have already been repatriated, with the remainder scheduled for removal by the end of the week.
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He stated that the ministry’s approach is firm but lawful, noting that those remaining on the streets have been warned to return to their countries voluntarily or face forced removal.
The minister Hon.Mutaka also sent a clear message to prostitutes operating in public spaces, stating that they too would be targeted in the upcoming days.
“We’re not just talking about beggars. We will also go after prostitutes who have taken over our streets.They should leave now, or we will remove them. We are not backing down,”.
“We are committed to restoring decency and order to our urban spaces,” Muntaka stated, emphasizing the importance of public safety and national security.
The operation aims to uphold public decency and order in Ghana’s urban centers.
