An Accra Circut Court Remanded Four For Attempted Drugs Export
On April 30, 2025, an Accra Circuit Court took decisive action against drug trafficking, remanding four individuals into the custody of Ghana’s Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) until May 6. The group faces charges of possessing and attempting to export narcotic drugs, a case that underscores Ghana’s escalating efforts to combat the illicit drug trade. The arrest, captured in an image shared by Starr FM Ghana, shows authorities detaining the suspects, signaling a strong message against such crimes.
This case follows a broader trend of narcotics enforcement in Ghana, a known transit point for drugs moving from Asia and South America to Europe and the United States. The Narcotics Control Commission, established under the 1990 PNDCL 236 and later Act 1019, has been working with international partners like the UK’s Operation Westbridge to intercept drug trafficking operations, particularly at Kotoka International Airport. This collaboration has led to multiple arrests, reflecting Ghana’s commitment to international drug control conventions.
The court’s decision echoes a similar recent case reported by The Ghanaian Chronicle on April 23, 2025, where a 25-year-old phone repairer, Daniel Adamtey, was arrested for attempting to smuggle cannabis into police cells in Accra. In that instance, the court ordered the police to produce key exhibits, showing a consistent judicial push to ensure thorough prosecution in narcotics cases. The judiciary, supported by initiatives like the U.S. Department of Justice’s training programs from 2015-2020, is working to streamline such cases despite challenges like inefficient processes and weak record-keeping.
An Accra Circuit Court has remanded four individuals into Narcotics Control custody until May 6 for allegedly possessing and attempting to export narcotic drugs. pic.twitter.com/wG9JAD7hg5
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For the four suspects now in NACOC custody, the road ahead involves a detailed investigation as authorities aim to dismantle networks fueling the drug trade. Ghana’s role as a signatory to United Nations drug control conventions drives its aggressive stance, aiming to curb both local consumption and international trafficking. As the May 6 court date approaches, this case serves as a reminder of the ongoing battle against narcotics in the region.