It is getting out of hand – Amankwa-Manu wants Parliament recalled over drug trafficking

Former Deputy Defence Minister Kofi Amankwa-Manu is advocating for Parliament's recall to discuss Ghana's increasing drug trafficking issue. Speaking on Joy News' PM Express, Amankwa-Manu, who chairs the Defence and Interior Committee of Parliament, emphasized the need for a comprehensive national response. He stated that Parliament should play a role in combating drug trafficking, particularly through its committees on Defence and Interior, and Security and Intelligence.

"This is a worrying, you know, thing which has to be tackled holistically," he said. "At tomorrow's meeting, let me dare say that one thing I really want to see happen is the strengthening of the efficient and effective, you know, sharing of intelligence amongst, you know, all the security agencies, especially with regards to this fight against drug trafficking."

Amankwa-Manu also suggested that Parliament could contribute through stronger oversight and collaboration with security agencies. He expressed his intention to recall Parliament for an in-depth discussion to support the government's efforts in addressing the issue. Amankwa-Manu's call comes amid a series of significant drug-related cases in recent months, including a major seizure in August where 866 parcels of suspected cocaine were intercepted, valued at US$6.9 million.