The Narcotics Control Commission has destroyed a cache of illicit drugs in the country’s northern Savannah Region this week, as part of a broader enforcement campaign led by the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) in coordination with the Ghana Police Service.
The operation, which targeted drug trafficking and abuse networks in the region, resulted in the arrest and conviction of six individuals. The Damongo Circuit Court imposed fines of no less than 500 penalty units on each of the convicted offenders.
“This is just a part of the ongoing exercise that we have actually taken up very seriously,” Savannah Regional Minister Salisu Be-Awuribe told Channel One News. “We are happy the court is giving these sanctions and asking for the destruction of these illicit substances.”
Officials say the destroyed substances were seized during a series of targeted operations in known trafficking corridors. Authorities did not disclose the exact volume or estimated street value of the narcotics.
Rashida Ewuntomah, the Savannah Regional Commander for NACOC, said the agency is working to strengthen its presence in the region through the establishment of district and municipal offices.
“We are hoping that it will be more effective and stronger as we embark on these activities,” Ms. Ewuntomah said. “With officers stationed in the districts, we expect to receive firsthand intelligence, which will significantly enhance our operations.”
Drug abuse and trafficking remain persistent challenges in parts of Ghana, particularly in underserved rural regions where law enforcement infrastructure is limited. Government officials say efforts are underway to expand the reach and responsiveness of anti-narcotics units across the country.
The destruction of the narcotics marks a visible step in a growing national campaign to curtail the flow of illegal substances and reinforce Ghana’s commitment to international drug control protocols.
