The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has commenced investigations into the interception of approximately 320 kilograms of methamphetamine in Australia, following reports from the Australian Federal Police (AFP) linking the consignment to Ghana.
According to a statement issued by the Commission on June 19, the illicit drugs were concealed in a shipment purported to contain charcoal and were being transported from Ghana to Australia when they were intercepted by Australian authorities.
NACOC said it has immediately launched investigations into the case and is collaborating closely with domestic security agencies as well as international partners to identify, trace, and apprehend all persons connected to the attempted drug trafficking operation.
“The Commission has commenced investigations into the matter and is working closely with internal security agencies and its foreign partners to identify, trace, and apprehend all individuals connected to the attempted trafficking operation,” the statement noted.
The Commission reaffirmed its commitment to combating transnational drug trafficking and ensuring that Ghana's territory and commercial channels are not exploited by criminal networks involved in the illicit drug trade.
NACOC further emphasized the importance of international cooperation in tackling organized crime and pledged to continue strengthening partnerships with foreign law enforcement agencies to disrupt drug trafficking networks operating across borders.
The statement was signed by PNCO Francis Opoku Amoah, Acting Director of Public Affairs and International Relations of NACOC.