Small Arms Commission, Ghana

Small Arms Commission, Ghana The Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons was established by an Act of Parliament in 2007 (Act

𝐍𝐀𝐂𝐒𝐀 π“π€πŠπ„π’ π’πŒπ€π‹π‹ π€π‘πŒπ’ 𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐒 π“πŽ 𝐀𝐒𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐒𝐄 πŒπ”π’π‹πˆπŒ π‚πŽπŒπŒπ”ππˆπ“π˜A conversation on community safety at the Asawase Central Mo...
01/09/2026

𝐍𝐀𝐂𝐒𝐀 π“π€πŠπ„π’ π’πŒπ€π‹π‹ π€π‘πŒπ’ 𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐒 π“πŽ 𝐀𝐒𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐒𝐄 πŒπ”π’π‹πˆπŒ π‚πŽπŒπŒπ”ππˆπ“π˜

A conversation on community safety at the Asawase Central Mosque brought together Muslim leaders and residents to discuss the risks posed by illicit fi****ms and gun-related violence.

The Ag. Head of Ashanti Regional Office, Mr. Kenneth Oduro, used the engagement to create awareness on dangers of small arms and the everyday realities of community safety, including the impact of firearm-related incidents on families and neighbourhoods.

The conversation went beyond awareness. Participants raised practical concerns about reporting suspicious activities, confidentiality when making reports, and the implications of firing warning shots, providing an opportunity for NACSA to clarify issues that directly affect community safety.

Muslim leaders welcomed the engagement and called for continued community-level education on fi****ms, peace and security.

The engagement reaffirmed the value of working through trusted community institutions such as mosques to reach residents, encourage vigilance and strengthen collective responsibility for preventing gun violence.

𝐍𝐀𝐂𝐒𝐀 𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐒 π…πˆπ’π‡πˆππ† π‚πŽπŒπŒπ”ππˆπ“π˜ 𝐎𝐍 π’πŒπ€π‹π‹ π€π‘πŒπ’ π‚πŽππ“π‘πŽπ‹The Albert Bosomtwi-Sam (ABS) Fishing Harbour in Sekondi became a p...
01/09/2026

𝐍𝐀𝐂𝐒𝐀 𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐒 π…πˆπ’π‡πˆππ† π‚πŽπŒπŒπ”ππˆπ“π˜ 𝐎𝐍 π’πŒπ€π‹π‹ π€π‘πŒπ’ π‚πŽππ“π‘πŽπ‹

The Albert Bosomtwi-Sam (ABS) Fishing Harbour in Sekondi became a platform for an important conversation on the safety of Ghana’s fishing communities. The Commission, through its Sekondi-Takoradi Office, engaged fishermen, harbour workers and other stakeholders at the Albert Bosomtwi-Sam (ABS) Fishing Harbour.

Led by Mr. Paul Akwasi Baami, Head of the Western Regional Office, the engagement connected the Commission’s small arms control mandate with concerns around maritime safety and sustainable fishing concerns, with discussions covering illicit fi****ms, explosives and destructive fishing practices.

Stakeholders called for better emergency communication and rescue support at sea, stronger measures against dynamite fishing and practical approaches to encourage the surrender of illegally held fi****ms.

The Ghana Inshore Fishermen’s Association also proposed exploring a fi****ms buy-back arrangement, while the ABS Fishing Harbour management expressed interest in having NACSA establish a presence at the facility, with office space made available alongside other security agencies.

NACSA commends Mr. John Hammond, Deputy Manager of ABS Fishing Harbour and the entire management of ABS for their interest and readiness to partner with the Commission to create awareness that advances a safer, more secure and gun-violence-free maritime communities.

π‡πˆπ†π‡π‹πˆπ†π‡π“π’ πŽπ… 𝐍𝐀𝐂𝐒𝐀’𝐒 ππ€π‘π“πˆπ‚πˆππ€π“πˆπŽπ 𝐀𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐄 π“π€πŒπ€π‹π„ π˜πŽπ”π“π‡ π„πŒππŽπ–π„π‘πŒπ„ππ“ π’π”πŒπŒπˆπ“The Commission’s Northern Regional Office join...
01/09/2026

π‡πˆπ†π‡π‹πˆπ†π‡π“π’ πŽπ… 𝐍𝐀𝐂𝐒𝐀’𝐒 ππ€π‘π“πˆπ‚πˆππ€π“πˆπŽπ 𝐀𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐄 π“π€πŒπ€π‹π„ π˜πŽπ”π“π‡ π„πŒππŽπ–π„π‘πŒπ„ππ“ π’π”πŒπŒπˆπ“

The Commission’s Northern Regional Office joined the Youth Empowerment Summit hosted by the Martha Inspires Foundation at the Sanctuary of Wind and Fire, Assemblies of God Church, Tamale.

The Summit held under the theme β€œPassing the Torch,” had over 3,000 young people, students, youth groups, leaders and development practitioners in attendance, providing NACSA with a significant platform to engage a large youth audience on the growing threat of violent extremism and its potential consequences for individuals and communities.

Mr. Salim Ahmed Salim, Regional Programmes Officer, in his presentation highlighted factors that can create vulnerability to violent extremism and encouraged young people to strengthen their commitment to disengage in gun-related violence.

The engagement reflects NACSA’s commitment to taking preventive gun-violence advocacy and to platforms where young people gather, while working alongside civil society and other partners to promote a gun-violence-free Ghana.

π‚π‹πŽπ’πˆππ† π‚π„π‘π„πŒπŽππ˜ | π“π‘π€πˆππˆππ† 𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 π„π‚πŽπ–π€π’ π„π—π„πŒππ“πˆπŽπ ππ‘πŽπ‚π„πƒπ”π‘π„ Three days of learning, dialogue and practical engagement ...
21/08/2026

π‚π‹πŽπ’πˆππ† π‚π„π‘π„πŒπŽππ˜ | π“π‘π€πˆππˆππ† 𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 π„π‚πŽπ–π€π’ π„π—π„πŒππ“πˆπŽπ ππ‘πŽπ‚π„πƒπ”π‘π„

Three days of learning, dialogue and practical engagement on strengthening the implementation of the ECOWAS Arms Transfer Exemption Procedure has come to a close in Accra.

Jointly organised by the ECOWAS Commission and the Small Arms Commission, the training brought together representatives from key national institutions to deepen understanding of the Exemption Procedure. Throughout the training, participants engaged in technical presentations, institutional experience sharing, discussions and practical exercises focused on the effective application and management of the Exemption Procedure.

At the closing ceremony, the Executive Secretary, Dr. Adam Bonaa, delivered the closing remarks, reflecting on the key lessons from the training and the importance of translating the knowledge gained into stronger institutional practices.

As the training concludes, the emphasis remains on responsible arms governance, effective national coordination, transparency and regional cooperation in advancing the objectives of the ECOWAS Convention on Small Arms and Light Weapons.

Swipe through highlights from the sessions, presentations and simulation exercises that shaped the three-day training.

𝐍𝐀𝐂𝐒𝐀 𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐒 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇 π’π„π‚π“πŽπ‘ 𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 π–πˆπƒπ„π‘ πˆπŒππ€π‚π“ πŽπ… 𝐆𝐔𝐍 π•πˆπŽπ‹π„ππ‚π„Beyond the immediate security response when fi****ms are ...
18/08/2026

𝐍𝐀𝐂𝐒𝐀 𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐒 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇 π’π„π‚π“πŽπ‘ 𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 π–πˆπƒπ„π‘ πˆπŒππ€π‚π“ πŽπ… 𝐆𝐔𝐍 π•πˆπŽπ‹π„ππ‚π„

Beyond the immediate security response when fi****ms are used, the consequences often reach hospitals, health workers, families and entire communities.

This was the focus of NACSA’s engagement during the 2026 Ghana Health Service Mid-Year Performance Review and the Upper West Regional launch of the Free Primary Health Care Programme, held in Wa.

The Upper West Regional Office used the platform to draw attention to the often-overlooked connection between small arms, gun violence and public health, engaging over 230 participants from the health sector, traditional authorities, local government and other institutions.

Representing NACSA, Mr. Basit Mohammed Yussif, Regional Programmes Officer, highlighted how firearm-related incidents can result in injuries, fatalities, disabilities, psychological trauma and increased pressure on healthcare facilities.

The discussion further explored opportunities for the health sector to contribute to early warning, research, responsible information sharing and community-level prevention, particularly within the Upper West Region’s border environment.

πŽππ„ππˆππ† π’π„π’π’πˆπŽπ π‡πˆπ†π‡π‹πˆπ†π‡π“π’ | π“π‘π€πˆππˆππ† 𝐎𝐍 π€π‘πŒπ’ 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐒𝐅𝐄𝐑 π„π—π„πŒππ“πˆπŽπ ππ‘πŽπ‚π„πƒπ”π‘π„The opening session of the Training of Nationa...
17/08/2026

πŽππ„ππˆππ† π’π„π’π’πˆπŽπ π‡πˆπ†π‡π‹πˆπ†π‡π“π’ | π“π‘π€πˆππˆππ† 𝐎𝐍 π€π‘πŒπ’ 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐒𝐅𝐄𝐑 π„π—π„πŒππ“πˆπŽπ ππ‘πŽπ‚π„πƒπ”π‘π„

The opening session of the Training of National Focal Persons on the Ecowas - Cedeao Exemption Procedure, jointly organised by the ECOWAS Commission and the Commission, brought together key national institutions in Accra to strengthen the implementation of the ECOWAS arms transfer exemption regime.

Swipe through for key messages from the opening remarks delivered on behalf of the Ministry of the Interior, NACSA and the ECOWAS Commission.

As the training continues, participants will engage in technical discussions, share national experiences and undertake practical exercises aimed at strengthening the management of the ECOWAS Exemption Procedure.

Together, through coordinated action and shared responsibility, we strengthen responsible arms governance and contribute to a safer and more secure West Africa.

Read the full story:
https://www.smallarmscommission.gov.gh/ecowas-and-nacsa-strengthen-national-capacity-on-arms-transfer-exemption-procedure/

π“π‘π€πˆππˆππ† πŽπ… ππ€π“πˆπŽππ€π‹ π…πŽπ‚π€π‹ ππ„π‘π’πŽππ’ 𝐎𝐍 π€π‘πŒπ’ 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐒𝐅𝐄𝐑 π„π—π„πŒππ“πˆπŽπ ππ‘πŽπ‚π„πƒπ”π‘π„The ECOWAS Convention on Small Arms and Light Wea...
17/08/2026

π“π‘π€πˆππˆππ† πŽπ… ππ€π“πˆπŽππ€π‹ π…πŽπ‚π€π‹ ππ„π‘π’πŽππ’ 𝐎𝐍 π€π‘πŒπ’ 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐒𝐅𝐄𝐑 π„π—π„πŒππ“πˆπŽπ ππ‘πŽπ‚π„πƒπ”π‘π„

The ECOWAS Convention on Small Arms and Light Weapons establishes a general prohibition on the transfer of arms, while allowing for exemptions under specific conditions and through a defined procedure.

The ECOWAS Arms Transfer Exemption Procedure therefore provides a structured process for Member States seeking an exemption, ensuring that requests are properly considered, documented and subjected to regional review.

It is within this framework that the Ecowas - Cedeao Commission and the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons (NACSA) have commenced a three-day training for National Focal Persons on the effective implementation of the Exemption Procedure in Ghana.

This training brings together representatives from key national institutions involved in arms acquisition, transfer, authorisation, regulation, border management and oversight.

From the 17th to 19th August 2026, participants will review the implementation of the Exemption Procedure, examine practical challenges, share national experiences and undertake simulation exercises on the preparation and processing of exemption applications.

Read the full story:
https://www.smallarmscommission.gov.gh/ecowas-and-nacsa-strengthen-national-capacity-on-arms-transfer-exemption-procedure/

π’π“π‘π„ππ†π“π‡π„ππˆππ† π‚πŽπŒπŒπ”ππˆπ“π˜ π•πˆπ†πˆπ‹π€ππ‚π„ π“π‡π‘πŽπ”π†π‡ π…π€πˆπ“π‡-𝐁𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐃 π„ππ†π€π†π„πŒπ„ππ“π’Faith communities continue to provide important platfor...
17/08/2026

π’π“π‘π„ππ†π“π‡π„ππˆππ† π‚πŽπŒπŒπ”ππˆπ“π˜ π•πˆπ†πˆπ‹π€ππ‚π„ π“π‡π‘πŽπ”π†π‡ π…π€πˆπ“π‡-𝐁𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐃 π„ππ†π€π†π„πŒπ„ππ“π’

Faith communities continue to provide important platforms for reaching citizens with messages on peace, vigilance and responsible citizenship. The Commission took its public education messages to worshippers and community groups across different parts of the country.

The engagements covered:
Church campers from Agona West District at Elubo
Sampa Central Mosque at Sampa
Nandom Central Mosque at Hamile
Presbyterian Church, Kwadaso-Edwenase at Kumasi

Across these engagements, NACSA continues to recognise faith leaders, worshippers and youth groups as important partners in building community vigilance and preventing armed violence, particularly in border and other vulnerable communities.

π‚π‹πˆπŒπ€π— πŽπ… 𝐓𝐇𝐄 πŸπŸŽπŸπŸ” 𝐖𝐀𝐁𝐒𝐖The West Africa Border SecurityWeek concludes today, 13th August 2026 at the Labadi Beach Hotel,...
13/08/2026

π‚π‹πˆπŒπ€π— πŽπ… 𝐓𝐇𝐄 πŸπŸŽπŸπŸ” 𝐖𝐀𝐁𝐒𝐖

The West Africa Border SecurityWeek concludes today, 13th August 2026 at the Labadi Beach Hotel, Accra, bringing together key stakeholders to explore practical solutions for safer, smarter, and responsive borders.

Opening the first discussion, Rev. Carl Anyetei Sowah, Ag
Head of Communications, chaired the technical session on "The growing role of innovation, digital systems and smart technologies" with contributions from:
● Mr. Nelsco A. Wolo, Deputy Commissioner General for Administration, Liberia Immigration Service
● Dr. Moses Tiffa Baio Esq., Chief Immigration Officer, Sierra Leone Immigration Department
● Mr. Aleksejs Kornejevs, Business Development Director, X Infotech Kenya

The Commission's delegation also interracted with technology providers present including X Infotech, Regula, foster+freeman, SITA, and Somapa IT which offered them a closer look at emerging tech solutions for the future of border control.

NASCA commends the organisers of West Africa Border Security Week for creating a space that encourages knowledge-sharing, partnerships, and practical collaboration across the region.

𝐍𝐀𝐂𝐒𝐀 π‡πˆπ†π‡π‹πˆπ†π‡π“π’ 𝐓𝐇𝐄 π‘πŽπ‹π„ πŽπ… πˆπππŽπ•π€π“πˆπŽπ 𝐈𝐍 π€π‘πŒπ’ πƒπ„π“π„π‚π“πˆπŽπ The Commission contributed to the technical discussions at the...
12/08/2026

𝐍𝐀𝐂𝐒𝐀 π‡πˆπ†π‡π‹πˆπ†π‡π“π’ 𝐓𝐇𝐄 π‘πŽπ‹π„ πŽπ… πˆπππŽπ•π€π“πˆπŽπ 𝐈𝐍 π€π‘πŒπ’ πƒπ„π“π„π‚π“πˆπŽπ

The Commission contributed to the technical discussions at the ongoing West African Border Security Week on β€œInnovations in Arms Detection and Border Surveillance Across West Africa.”

Speaking on behalf of Dr. Adam Bonaa (Executive Secretary), Rev. Carl Anyetei Sowah, Ag. Head of Communications emphasised that, West African states must move away from isolated solutions and prioritize unified legislation and strategic collaboration.

Notably, when one nation blocks access to illicit arms, criminals simply look for the path of least resistance across the nearest border.

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