Defense Minister Dominic Nitiwul has announced the deployment of security personnel to all border towns across the nation, with a focus on the northern regions. This move aims to enforce the recently imposed ban on grain exports.
The ban, which includes grains such as maize, rice, and soybean, was announced by Minister for Food and Agriculture, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, on Monday. This decision comes as a response to the current dry spell impacting the country.
Mr. Nitiwul has announced that security personnel will be deployed to ensure that grains are not smuggled into neighboring countries, thus preventing potential food shortages.
At a press conference, he assured the public that security agencies are mobilizing their networks to strictly enforce the ban on cereals, including maize, rice, and soybean, to prevent any illegal exportation.
All security forces will be engaged to block both approved and unapproved export routes, aiming to curtail smuggling activities.
He urged citizens to assist in maintaining security by reporting any suspicious activities related to grain smuggling.
Mr. Nitiwul emphasized that personnel will be stationed across borders, with particular focus on the northern, eastern, and southern regions. He appealed to the public to report any irregularities to ensure the effectiveness of the enforcement measures, underscoring the collective responsibility in preventing food shortages.
