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Destruction of over 2,000 firearms signals tougher enforcement against illegal weapons – Julius Debrah

MyJoyOnline

July 9, 2026

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Destruction of over 2,000 firearms signals tougher enforcement against illegal weapons – Julius Debrah

The Chief of Staff at the Presidency, Mr Julius Debrah, says the destruction of more than 2,000 confiscated and surrendered firearms marks a new phase in Ghana's efforts to combat the proliferation of illegal weapons and strengthen public safety.

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