The cocaine interception from Ghana in other countries is very concerning - Dr Asiedu Sarpong
Spanish authorities have seized 2.6 tonnes of cocaine hidden in two containers of coconuts that were loaded at the Tema port, and arrested two men in Almería.
Dr. Kwame Asiedu Sarpong, a Democracy and Development Fellow, has expressed worry over the cocaine issue in Ghana. He believes the interception of cocaine from the West African nation into other countries is a cause for concern, indicating the presence of criminal syndicates. Dr. Sarpong urges the state to take immediate action, warning that Ghana cannot be considered a transit point for such drugs.
Similarly, Prof H Kwasi Prempeh, Executive Director of the Ghana Centre for Democratic Development, has called on President John Mahama to hold accountable all appointees responsible for port security for their part in the cocaine phenomenon. Prof Prempeh reminded the president that all appointees work under him and can be held responsible, including through dismissal if necessary.
These remarks come to light after Spanish authorities seized 2.6 tonnes of cocaine hidden in coconut containers at the Tema port. The containers were loaded on August 2 and arrived in Valencia 20 days later, after customs officers and the Guardia Civil inspected them due to their "high-risk" profile for illegal drug importation.
The operation, a joint effort by the Guardia Civil and Spain’s Tax Agency, led to the arrest of two men in Almería. The containers were found to have false bottoms containing cocaine, leading to the seizure. Although the exact involvement of Ghanaian authorities in the supply chain remains unclear, Prof Prempeh emphasized the president's authority to hold accountable those involved in the security of Ghana's ports.
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