{
  "id": 10513023,
  "title": "Three undeclared guns hidden in personal effects from US intercepted at Tema Port",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/28/three-undeclared-guns-hidden-in-personal-effects-from-us-intercepted",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-28T19:07:22.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/three-undeclared-guns-hidden-in-personal-effects-from-us-intercepted-at-tema-port/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has warned importers to closely examine the contents of shipments they bring into the country, following the discovery of a concealed assault rifle, two pistols, and 610 rounds of ammunition at Tema Port. The consignment originated from the United States and underwent inspection at the Golden Jubilee Terminal on September 25, 2026.\n\nCustoms officers uncovered the weapons during a routine examination when two officers requested a more thorough search. The firearms, ammunition, and related accessories had not been declared to the Customs. According to Deputy Commissioner Florence Asante of the GRA, the seizure is part of intensified screening and physical examination of goods at the country's ports of entry and exit to prevent the illegal importation of prohibited and restricted items.\n\nGhana's customs regime classifies arms and ammunition as restricted goods, requiring importers to obtain a permit from the Ministry of the Interior. The Arms and Ammunition Act 1972 (NRCD 9), as amended, prohibits the import or export of firearms and ammunition without prior authorization. Asante cautioned importers who handle goods on behalf of others to verify the contents of the consignment before accepting them, emphasizing that unknowingly accepting illegal items could result in legal consequences.\n\nShe stressed that failing to know what a consignment contains does not exempt an importer from breaking the law. Asante advised importers to ensure they possess a license to import such items and declare them accurately to avoid legal repercussions.",
  "summary": "The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has warned importers to check exactly what they are bringing into the country, after Customs officers found an assault rifle, two pistols and 610 rounds of ammunition hidden in a shipment of personal effects at the Tema Port. The consignment arrived from the United States and was examined at the […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Three undeclared guns seized at Tema Port in Ghana",
    "Assault rifle, two pistols, and 610 rounds of ammunition found",
    "Importers warned to verify shipment contents before accepting"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}