A NACOC drug bust has led to the arrest of 14 individuals in the Birim Central and Asene Manso Akroso districts. The Ghana Police Service and the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) coordinated the targeted operation in Akim Oda and Akroso.
The operation followed weeks of surveillance and intelligence gathering aimed at disrupting drug trafficking networks. Authorities seized significant quantities of illegal drugs, including cannabis and a locally referred substance known as “red.
Chemical Shops Closed in NACOC Drug Bust for Illegal Drug Sales
As part of the NACOC drug bust, three licensed chemical shops were shut down for unlawfully selling unregistered pharmaceutical products. Officials reported that these shops operated without the necessary authorisation and played a significant role in illegal drug distribution.
Authorities believe the chemical shops contributed to increased accessibility to dangerous substances in the region. The closure is intended to deter future violations and enhance public health safety.
The NACOC drug bust forms part of an intensified national campaign to combat rising drug-related offences in Ghana. The Commission is urging residents to report suspicious activity to aid future enforcement actions.
NACOC Reaffirms Commitment to Nationwide Crackdown
The Narcotics Control Commission has vowed to maintain pressure on traffickers through sustained law enforcement operations.
“This is only the beginning,” a NACOC official stated. “We are determined to make Ghana a hostile environment for drug traffickers and their operations.”
The NACOC drug bust underscores a broader strategy to curb drug abuse and dismantle distribution networks across the country. More coordinated efforts are expected in coming weeks to reinforce NACOC’s mandate.
The arrests mark a major milestone in Ghana’s war on drugs, especially in the Eastern Region, where drug-related activity has been on the rise.
