The Volta Regional Security Council (REGSEC) has ordered the temporary closure of the Ho Central Mosque for a period of two weeks, beginning Thursday, January 1, 2026, following escalating tensions within the Muslim community in Ho.
The decision, taken in close consultation with the Ministry of the Interior, was announced in an official directive issued by the Volta Regional Coordinating Council and signed by the Volta Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu.
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According to the statement, the area under dispute has also been declared a crime scene to enable security agencies to conduct further investigations until a permanent resolution is reached.
REGSEC explained that the directive follows an urgent meeting held on Monday, December 29, 2025, to address troubling developments arising from competing claims by two individuals asserting legitimacy to the position of Regional Chief Imam of Ho.
“The decision has been taken solely in the interest of peace, unity, and the long-term stability of the Muslim community in Ho,” the statement said.
The Regional Security Council noted that the temporary closure will create a calm and neutral environment to facilitate mediation efforts aimed at resolving the impasse and restoring harmony among the feuding factions.
REGSEC further emphasized that peaceful dialogue remains the most effective tool for resolving the dispute and indicated that the two-week period will be used to actively engage all relevant stakeholders toward achieving a lasting and amicable solution.
The council appealed to the two factions to exercise restraint, embrace dialogue, and give peace a genuine chance, stressing that the safety of worshippers, the sanctity of the mosque, and the unity of the Muslim community remain top priorities.
The statement, signed by the Volta regional minister, Hon. James Gunu expressed confidence that with cooperation, mutual respect, and sincere commitment to peace, the Ho Central Mosque will soon reopen to serve its rightful purpose as a place of worship, unity, and spiritual growth.
Copies of the directive were addressed to Alhaji Muniru Ali and Alhaji Alfa Anas Hamidu, both identified as Imams of the Ho Zongo Community, with the Ministry of the Interior and the Inspector-General of Police also duly informed.
