𝐊𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐬𝐢: 𝐍𝐀𝐂𝐒𝐀 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐥𝐢𝐦 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲

Muslim and Zongo traditional leaders from Asawase and surrounding communities gathered at the Kumasi Central Mosque for a two-day sensitization programme organized by the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons, Ashanti Regional Office, in collaboration with the National Peace Council.

The engagement focused on strengthening early warning systems, preventing violence and deepening awareness on the dangers associated with the proliferation and misuse of small arms within vulnerable communities.

Speaking during the session, Mr. Emmanuel Kenneth Oduro, Acting Ashanti Regional Head, highlighted the critical role religious and community leaders play in identifying early signs of insecurity, promoting dialogue and supporting efforts to prevent gun-related violence.

Participants were also engaged on the legal implications of illicit firearm possession, the importance of community vigilance and the need for stronger collaboration between residents, religious leaders and security institutions in safeguarding peace and stability.

The interactive session generated discussions on public safety concerns, community trust and the growing need for sustained sensitization within high-risk communities across the Ashanti Region.

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