In a statement signed by the Head of Public Affairs, Assistant Commissioner of Immigration, Mr Amoako-Atta, said the incident was swiftly brought under control with the support of relevant security agencies.

“The management of the Service wishes to assure the general public, particularly the Hamile community that the situation has since been brought under control, and calm has been restored with the support of the relevant security agencies,” the statement stated.

The service noted that the Comptroller-General of Immigra­tion, Mr Samuel Basintale Amadu, has directed a full-scale investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

It added that appropriate measures would be taken once the findings are established.

The GIS appealed to residents to remain calm and cooperate as inves­tigations continue, stressing that it remained committed to ensuring the safety and security of border com­munities while working closely with other security agencies to maintain peace and order.