- Two Ghanaians and one British national were arrested at Kotoka International Airport by NACOC.
- They attempted to smuggle 38 kilograms of compressed suspected cannabis.
- Drugs were hidden in false compartments inside their suitcases.
- Security intercepted two suitcases containing 25 slabs of the substance during routine inspection.
- Preliminary findings indicate the trio worked as a coordinated group using international trafficking methods.
- Suspects are in custody and assisting ongoing investigations.
- Seized substances sent to Ghana Standards Authority for testing.
- Part of intensified efforts to clamp down on drug trafficking through Ghanaian airports.
Authorities at Kotoka International Airport have intercepted a major drug trafficking attempt involving two Ghanaian nationals and one British national. The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) arrested the trio after discovering 38 kilograms of suspected cannabis concealed in specially designed compartments within their luggage.
Security personnel became suspicious during a routine check at the arrival terminal and discovered two suitcases containing 25 tightly wrapped slabs of the narcotic substance. Investigations suggest the suspects were operating as a coordinated group, using methods resembling international drug trafficking techniques.
All three suspects are currently in custody and cooperating with authorities as NACOC continues its probe. The seized substances have been sent to the Ghana Standards Authority for laboratory testing. Officials emphasized that the arrests are part of an ongoing crackdown on illegal drug trafficking through Ghana’s entry points.
