‘Ghana’s name is on the line’ — CDM calls for bipartisan probe into cocaine saga
The Centre for Democratic Movement (CDM) has called for a bipartisan parliamentary inquiry into a series of major narcotics seizures linked to Ghana, saying the country’s international reputation and confidence in its security systems are at stake. In a statement, the group said the latest concern followed the seizure by French customs of nearly 3.9 […]
The Centre for Democratic Movement (CDM) has urged a joint parliamentary investigation into a series of significant narcotics discoveries linked to Ghana, emphasizing that the nation's global standing and trust in its security mechanisms are at risk. In a formal announcement, the group highlighted the most recent issue following the apprehension of roughly 3.9 tonnes of cocaine by French customs at the Port of Dunkirk on September 7, 2026.
The shipment, hidden within a container filled with plastic waste originating from Ghana, was assessed by French authorities to be worth around €225 million. The CDM mentioned this incident as part of a broader series of drug-related cases tied to Ghana since 2025. The organization contended that these events could have repercussions for lawful Ghanaian enterprises and tourists if the country starts being linked to international drug smuggling.
Therefore, the CDM has supported demands for an urgent parliamentary session and urged Speaker Alban Bagbin to form a bipartisan committee for inquiry. The group seeks the committee to investigate the 2018 decision that barred the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) from regular physical container inspections, along with subsequent seizures and port-clearance protocols.
President John Mahama has since instructed NACOC to resume joint container inspections and given security agencies two weeks to synchronize their actions.
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