Interior Minister Calls for Stronger Ghana-EU Cooperation to Combat Organised Crime
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Edited by: Solomon Kwabena Nana-Ansah – Paaps –
Accra, Ghana – The Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has called for enhanced collaboration between Ghana and the European Union (EU) to address the growing threat of organised crime, warning that criminal networks are becoming increasingly sophisticated and transnational in nature.
Speaking at the second session of the 2026 Ghana-European Union Partnership Dialogue on Peace and Security in Accra, the Minister stressed the need for collective action to tackle organised crime, which he described as a shared challenge that transcends national boundaries.
“Transnational organised crime is a concern for Ghana. When left unchecked, it affects us all. There is the need for us to work together, share intelligence, and strengthen the capacity of our security officers to detect, deter, and disrupt the operations of organised crime because it knows no borders,” he stated.
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Hon. Muntaka reaffirmed the Government of Ghana’s commitment to maintaining peace and security across the country. He noted that efforts are underway to address internal conflicts before they escalate into violence, highlighting ongoing initiatives by the National Peace Council to facilitate a peacebuilding process in Bawku aimed at securing lasting peace in the area.
The Interior Minister also underscored Ghana’s strong diplomatic relations with its neighbouring countries and pledged continued cooperation to promote peace, stability, and security within the sub-region.
He commended the European Union for its sustained support to Ghana and called for deeper collaboration between both parties to advance their shared interests in peace, security, and development.
The Ghana-EU Partnership Dialogue on Peace and Security serves as a platform for reviewing the longstanding relationship between Ghana and the European Union, while exploring new opportunities for cooperation. The event brought together members of the diplomatic corps, security agencies, policymakers, and other key stakeholders.