General News of Sunday, 8 March 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comConcerns are mounting in Tamale following reports that the special forces unit, popularly known as Black Maria, may be withdrawn from the area. In a passionate appeal circulating on social media, a youth advocate warned that the departure of the forces could plunge the community back into insecurity. Meet the 'Black Maria': Ghana police's 'cooler' for maintaining order at Akwatia by-election“If they leave, trust me, it will not reach tomorrow morning before trouble starts. Right now, the Tamale market is completely empty because people know their lives are at stake,” she said. “We must all stand in solidarity together because the youth of Tamale are tired.

Source: GhanaWeb March 08, 2026 14:18 UTC