Police receive plaudits for reducing ‘landguardism’ in parts of Greater Accra

Accra, Dec. 18,  – Incidents of landguardism in the Greater Accra Region have declined significantly in areas that were previously considered volatile.

Communities including Asalaja, Oyarifa, Ablekuma, Baatsona, and surrounding localities have experienced a reduction in land-related violence, intimidation, and open confrontations.

A statement to the Ghana News Agency credited the Police Anti-Land Guard Unit, under the command of Supt. Nafiu Shittu, for this progress. The unit has employed intelligence-led operations, sustained patrols, rapid response to distress calls, and coordinated enforcement actions to restore calm and confidence in affected communities.

“The work of the Anti-Land Guard Unit is frequently carried out under complex conditions involving multiple land claims, protracted disputes, and deeply rooted customary interests. Despite these challenges, the Unit has continued to operate with professionalism, restraint, and a clear focus on public safety and the rule of law,” the statement noted.

The statement emphasized that effective policing is often reflected not in dramatic headlines but in the absence of violence, reduced tension, and the return of normal community life, recognizing the unsung dedication of officers in maintaining peace.

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