Government has identified 102 unapproved routes along Ghana's border in the Volta Region. These routes are not officially recognized entry points for travel.
The Minister for the Interior, Mohammed-Mubarak Muntaka, made this announcement. He appeared before Parliament's Assurances Committee on Tuesday, July 7.
These discoveries raise worries about the security of Ghana's borders. Unmonitored crossings could be used for illegal activities.
Concerns include the potential for drug trafficking and other cross-border crimes. The current situation suggests borders are not fully secured.
Minister Muntaka stated that the government is aware of these vulnerabilities. Steps are being considered to address the issue.
The identified routes suggest a porous border situation. This makes it difficult to control who and what enters the country.
The Ministry of the Interior is tasked with ensuring national security. This includes managing and securing all borders.
Further details on planned actions to secure these routes were not immediately released.