The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has arrested three suspects in connection with the attempted importation of approximately five million tramadol tablets with an estimated street value of ¢100 million.
The suspects were apprehended during an intelligence-led operation at the Accra International Airport on Thursday after NACOC officers intercepted a shipment believed to contain the illicit pharmaceutical drugs.
In a statement issued on Friday, July 17, the Commission said the operation forms part of its ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking and protect public health and national security.
According to preliminary investigations, the consignment was intended for distribution within Ghana and possibly across the West African sub-region.
NACOC believes the seizure may be linked to a wider drug trafficking network and has launched further investigations to identify and arrest other individuals connected to the operation.
The Commission said the recovered tramadol tablets have been secured as evidence while forensic and documentary examinations continue.
“NACOC remains committed to disrupting the activities of drug trafficking syndicates and bringing those responsible to justice,” the statement said.
The Commission also urged members of the public to remain vigilant and support law enforcement agencies by reporting suspicious drug-related activities.
The three suspects are expected to be arraigned before court after investigations are completed, in accordance with Ghana’s narcotics laws.
By PeterQuao Adattor/paqmediagh
