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President John Dramani Mahama has directed investigative agencies – including the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), the Police CID, the National Investigations Bureau (NIB), and the National Security Coordinator to collaborate with the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament John Ntim Fordjour to commence investigations into suspected drug trafficking and money laundering in the country.
The Minority caucus in Parliament during a press conference, raised concerns over suspected drug trafficking and money laundering in the country.
According to the Ranking Member on the Defence and Interior Committee of Parliament, Reverend John Ntim Fordjour, two suspicious flights that landed at the Kotoka International Airport in March 2025 allegedly transported cocaine and money into the country.
Reacting to this, President Mahama said the government takes all allegations seriously and they will ensure that proper investigations will be conducted.
“My attention has been drawn to allegations made at a press conference by an honourable member of parliament, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, regarding two suspicious flights arriving at the Kotoka International Airport suspected to be involved in drug trafficking and money laundering.” Mr. Mahama posted.
“Government takes all allegations seriously, and to ensure a thorough and transparent investigation, I have directed all relevant investigative agencies – including the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), the Police CID, the National Investigations Bureau (NIB), and the National Security Coordinator – to immediately and fully collaborate with the honourable member of parliament so he provides all necessary information to investigate the allegations and take all action necessary to expose any drug dealing.” He added.
The President assured that the NDC government will maintain zero tolerance for using Ghana as a transit or final destination for drugs or drug trafficking.
“We will maintain zero tolerance for using Ghana as a transit or final destination for drugs or drug trafficking. The NIB made a high-profile bust of drugs last week, with a street value of $350 million.” He assured.
Source: Elvisanokyenews.net
