Government clarifies Interior Minister’s ‘involvement’ comment in drug probe

Government spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu clarified the Interior Minister's comment about involvement in the drug probe, stating it was about security officials. The Abura Asebu-Kwamankese MP explained that the minister clarified his remarks before Parliament, clarifying that officials within security agencies were being investigated.

This followed concerns raised over the minister's comments during a parliamentary committee hearing, where he said government was still interrogating officials due to inconsistencies and perceived involvement in the system. Ofosu said the comments were taken out of context and that the minister made it clear he was referring to people within the security agencies.

He cited the recent cocaine seizure in France as an example, mentioning that four customs officials were arrested and are under trial. The Minority has pressed for a parliamentary recall to address concerns about Ghana potentially becoming a drug transit hub, with recent drug seizures at home and abroad requiring scrutiny. Ofosu urged against taking comments out of context and making inaccurate claims, noting that under the current Fourth Republic, the only political party with a prominent member involved in drug trafficking is the New Patriotic Party.

He also stated that there are no members of the National Democratic Congress involved in drug trafficking. The government remains committed to tackling drug trafficking, with Ofosu emphasizing their discerning approach to clamping down on the issue, regardless of who it may affect.