[ad_1]
General News of Sunday, June 9, 2019
Source: Myjoyonline.com
2019-06-09
Photo file
British citizens living in Ghana were advised to be vigilant as terrorists are likely to carry out attacks in the country
The UK government has been alerted by an alert that localized outbreaks of civil unrest may occur in the short term and become violent.
He added that attacks could be blind, including in places visited by strangers.
"Terrorists will probably try to launch attacks in Ghana. Terrorist groups linked to al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM), the Islamic State of Libya and the Islamic State of West Africa (ISWA) pose a threat to the region. These groups have demonstrated their capacity and intent by stepping up attacks against security forces and civilians in a number of countries, including Burkina Faso and Mali.
"Although there have been no recent attacks in Ghana, you must remain vigilant, especially in the northern border areas and in busy public places (seaside resorts, hotels, cafes, restaurants and places of worship). across the country, "warned the president. The UK government website said.
The warning came after a similar warning had been issued by Canadian authorities following the abduction of two of its citizens.
Police report on kidnappings
Release by police showing progress in cases of kidnappings in 2018
An Uber driver who had been badigned to pick the two girls – Bailen Chitty, 19, and Lauren Patricia Catherine, 20 – badist police in her investigations.
The police confirmed the abduction of Bailen and Lauren and found them.
The security alert on the Embbady of Canada website highlights the suburbs of Abra, such as Agbogbloshie, Ashaiman, Avenor, Nima, Sowutuom and Sukura, inviting Canadians who wish to visit or are already in the country to move away from these areas, especially at night.
On the nature of the crimes to be foreseen, it lists the pickpocketing, the thefts of handbags and the attacks of some bikers.
The warning warns Canadians to be aware of what is happening in Ghana because "violent crime such as armed robbery or kidnapping may occur".
Girls kidnapped
The growing trend of kidnappings in Ghana has left concerned citizens and security agencies in a state of alarm. Three girls kidnapped in Takoradi in the western region last year have yet to be found.
Not so long ago, a 30-year-old Indian was also abducted in Kumasi by gunmen.
The kidnappers claimed a ransom of US $ 500,000 after sending photos of the victim to his family, a weapon to the head.
Umpakan Chodri was later rescued in Parkoso, in the municipality of Asokore-Mampong, by a team of police officers.
Prior to Umpakan's abduction, the police had foiled an abduction incident against ransom involving a diplomat.
Nabil Makram Basbous, 61-year-old consul general and head of the Estonian mission in Ghana, was also abducted during his usual morning walk in his neighborhood in Accra.
Every year, about 90,000 British nationals visit Ghana. The UK government notes that most visits go smoothly but that crimes are committed.
This explains why criminal activities ranging from street crime to violent crime can take place at any time. The travel advice for nationals is to take useful precautions.
"The threat of global terrorist attacks against British interests and British nationals, groups or individuals motivated by the conflict in Iraq and Syria, is on the rise. You should be vigilant at this time, "added the alert.
Source link
