Ghana's New Patriotic Party (NPP) has demanded the removal of heads from the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACOC) and the Ghana Armed Forces' General Service Directorate (GACL) over allegations of enabling drug trafficking. The party's spokesperson, Henry Nana Boakye, accused the agencies of failing to prevent the country from becoming a transit hub for narcotics.
The scandal emerged after a 40kg bust of Lebanese-origin drugs was seized at Accra Airport. Boakye claimed the agencies had allowed the country to be used as a route for illicit drugs, despite major seizures. He called for immediate action, stating that the leadership of both institutions must be replaced.
This follows a series of drug-related arrests and seizures in Ghana, with officials warning of the growing threat of organized crime. The NPP's stance highlights concerns over the effectiveness of current anti-drug measures and the need for stronger enforcement. The situation has intensified public debate on the role of state institutions in combating transnational crime.
