Police-military team conduct high visibility patrol in Wa East constituency

The Upper West Regional Police Command, in collaboration with the Ghana Armed Forces, has conducted a joint Police–Military high visibility patrol in the Wa West District as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen security and reassure communities.

The exercise took place on Thursday, March 12, 2026, and was led by the Upper West Regional Police Commander, DCOP Francis Yiribaare, together with the Commanding Officer of the 10 Mechanized Battalion, Lt. Colonel James Palmer.

A total of sixty personnel drawn from the Police and Military participated in the operation.

The patrol formed part of measures aimed at demonstrating a strong security presence, enhancing border security and boosting public confidence across communities in the district.

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During the operation, the security team visited several communities including Dabo, Wechiau, Kendeu, Lassia, Gadi, Ga and Poyentanga, where they engaged elders, youth and market women on issues of safety and security.

Community members were encouraged to support the work of the security agencies by volunteering information on criminal activities. The team also cautioned residents against shielding criminals, engaging in illicit drug abuse and trafficking, as well as the illegal possession and sale of firearms and ammunition.

Residents were further sensitised on the legal requirements for firearms ownership and the importance of responsible handling.

At Lassia, DCOP Francis Yiribaare assured residents of the Police’s determination to intensify investigations to locate the bodies of two murdered youth, while appealing to the community to cooperate with investigators to help bring the perpetrators to justice.



The exercise concluded at the Poyentanga Market where the team interacted with a large number of traders and residents on the importance of maintaining peace and supporting security efforts in the area.

The operation was conducted peacefully, with community members expressing appreciation to the security services for their continued presence and commitment to maintaining law and order.

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