𝐍𝐀𝐂𝐒𝐀 𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐒 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇 𝐒𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐎𝐑 𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐖𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐑 𝐈𝐌𝐏𝐀𝐂𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝐆𝐔𝐍 𝐕𝐈𝐎𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄

Beyond the immediate security response when firearms are used, the consequences often reach hospitals, health workers, families and entire communities.

This was the focus of NACSA’s engagement during the 2026 Ghana Health Service Mid-Year Performance Review and the Upper West Regional launch of the Free Primary Health Care Programme, held in Wa.

The Upper West Regional Office used the platform to draw attention to the often-overlooked connection between small arms, gun violence and public health, engaging over 230 participants from the health sector, traditional authorities, local government and other institutions.

Representing NACSA, Mr. Basit Mohammed Yussif, Regional Programmes Officer, highlighted how firearm-related incidents can result in injuries, fatalities, disabilities, psychological trauma and increased pressure on healthcare facilities.

The discussion further explored opportunities for the health sector to contribute to early warning, research, responsible information sharing and community-level prevention, particularly within the Upper West Region’s border environment.

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