Eight arrested in anti-narcotics operation at Okaishie Drug Lane
The Ghana Police Service has arrested eight people during an intelligence-led operation targeting the suspected sale and distribution of narcotic substances and unregulated pharmaceutical products at Okaishie Drug Lane in Accra. The operation was conducted on Friday, October 9, 2026, as part of efforts to clamp down on the illicit drug trade. The suspects have […]
On October 9, 2026, the Ghana Police Service made an intelligence-led arrest of eight individuals suspected of involvement in the sale and distribution of illicit drugs and unregulated pharmaceuticals at Okaishie Drug Lane in Accra. The operation, aimed at curbing the illicit drug trade, resulted in the seizure of various substances.
The arrested suspects, including Jeremiah Chinedu, Godsway Dabla, Nwaiyo Charles, Nwachukwu Kanawu, John Divine, Gideon Edioke, Ikechukwu Paul, and Okwesibieze Precious, are currently in custody. The items confiscated during the operation include suspected Tramadol and Rohypnol tablets, codeine-containing products, and other pharmaceutical substances.
The Police emphasized their dedication to combating the illegal distribution of narcotics and unregulated pharmaceuticals, stating that the operation is part of broader efforts to safeguard public health and safety.
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