Connect with us

Special Reports

Ghana police arrest Nigerian nationals in anti-narcotics operation

Published

on

82361 1792065721
Ghana police arrest Nigerian nationals in anti-narcotics operation

The Ghana Police Service has arrested eight suspects, together with Nigerian nationals, in an intelligence-led anti-narcotics operation at Okaishie Drug Lane in Accra.

The police disclosed this in a press release issued on Thursday, October 15, 2026.

According to the assertion, the operation carried out on Friday, October 9, 2026, focused people suspected of participating within the sale and distribution of narcotic substances and unregulated pharmaceutical merchandise.

The suspects have been recognized as Jeremiah Chinedu, 33; Godsway Dabla, 29; Nwaiyo Charles, 64; Nwachukwu Kanawu, 41; John Divine; Gideon Edioke, 29; Ikechukwu Paul, 60; and Okwesibieze Precious, 23.

Items retrieved in the course of the operation embrace suspected Tramadol tablets (225mg and 250mg), Rohypnol tablets, codeine-containing merchandise, Benyling merchandise, and different assorted pharmaceutical substances.

All eight suspects are presently in police custody, whereas the displays have been secured to assist investigations.

“The Police remain committed to combating the illicit trade in narcotic substances and unregulated pharmaceutical products to protect public health and safety of all,” the assertion added.

Ghana police arrest Nigerian nationals in anti-narcotics operation
Ghana police arrest Nigerian nationals in anti-narcotics operation
Ghana police arrest Nigerian nationals in anti-narcotics operation
Ghana police arrest Nigerian nationals in anti-narcotics operation
Ghana police arrest Nigerian nationals in anti-narcotics operation
Ghana police arrest Nigerian nationals in anti-narcotics operation
Ghana police arrest Nigerian nationals in anti-narcotics operation
Ghana police arrest Nigerian nationals in anti-narcotics operation
Ghana police arrest Nigerian nationals in anti-narcotics operation
Ghana police arrest Nigerian nationals in anti-narcotics operation
Ghana police arrest Nigerian nationals in anti-narcotics operation

I am a seasoned journalist known for my incisive reporting and unwavering commitment to journalistic integrity. As a key member of the nop.ng team, I specialize in delivering balanced coverage of socio political developments and cultural affairs throughout Nigeria. Driven by a passion for uncovering the truth regardless of the complexity of the issue I have established myself as a trusted voice in Nigeria’s dynamic media landscape, continually striving to empower my audience with clear, contextually rich news.

Trending