The Commissioner-General of the Ghana Boundary Commission, Major General Anthony Ntem, has undertaken a working visit to the District Chief Executive of Afadzato South District, Hon. Manfred Tawiah, as part of a boundary inspection exercise and stakeholder engagement programme within the district.
The visit forms part of the Commission’s mandate to safeguard Ghana’s international boundaries and promote peace, security, and cooperation in border communities.
During the visit, Major General Ntem explained that the Ghana Boundary Commission is governed by the Ghana Boundary Commission Act, 2024 (Act 1123), which provides the legal framework for the Commission’s operations. He noted that the Commission is mandated to determine, delimit, demarcate, maintain, and protect Ghana’s international land, maritime, and airspace boundaries in accordance with international law.
He added that the Commission works closely with counterpart institutions in neighbouring countries to ensure effective boundary management, strengthen cross-border cooperation, and prevent disputes along shared borders.
According to the Commissioner-General, the Commission relies on boundary pillars erected during the colonial era as official reference points for Ghana’s international boundaries. He stated that the purpose of the visit to Afadzato South, a border district along the Ghana–Togo frontier, is to inspect these boundary pillars and ascertain whether they remain in their designated locations or have been removed, damaged, or affected by encroachment.
He explained that the exercise is also aimed at identifying any activities that could pose security risks to communities living along the border.
Major General Ntem urged residents to remain vigilant and to report any attempts by individuals to move, destroy, or interfere with boundary pillars separating Ghana and Togo. He also encouraged them to promptly report any security concerns, suspicious activities, or disputes involving neighbouring communities across the border to the appropriate authorities.
As part of the visit, he disclosed that the Commission will hold meetings with chiefs and residents of communities along the border. He said the engagements will provide an opportunity to interact with community members, understand their development needs, and explore ways the Commission can support them.
He added that the engagement will also strengthen collaboration between the Commission, traditional authorities, and residents to promote peaceful coexistence and security along the border.
Hon. Manfred Tawiah welcomed the Commissioner-General and his delegation and commended the Commission for its proactive efforts in safeguarding Ghana’s territorial integrity.
He reaffirmed the commitment of the District Assembly to work closely with the Commission to promote peace, security, and development in border communities.
Present at the meeting were members of the District Security Council (DISEC), who participated in the discussions and expressed their readiness to support efforts aimed at enhancing border security and maintaining peace within the district.
The visit is expected to deepen cooperation between the Ghana Boundary Commission, local authorities, traditional leaders, and residents as efforts continue to enhance border governance and security in Afadzato South District.
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