THE police have arrested eight suspects in an intelligence-led anti-narcotics operation at Okaishie Drug Lane in Accra for allegedly engaging in the sale and distribution of suspected narcotic substances and unregulated pharmaceutical products.
The operation, conducted on Friday, October 9, 2026, led to the retrieval of suspected Tramadol tablets, Rohypnol tablets, codeine-containing products, Benyling products and other assorted pharmaceutical substances.
A statement from the Ghana Police Service said the operation targeted individuals suspected of dealing in narcotic substances and pharmaceutical products that were not properly regulated.
It noted that the suspects were identified as Jeremiah Chinedu, 33; Godsway Dabla, 29; Nwaiyo Charles, 64; Nwachukwu Kanawu, 41; John Divine; Gideon Edioke, 29; Ikechukwu Paul, 60; and Okwesibieze Precious, 23.
The statement further indicated that the exhibits recovered included suspected Tramadol tablets of 225mg and 250mg, Rohypnol tablets and other pharmaceutical products.
According to the statement, all eight suspects were in police custody, while the exhibits had been secured to support ongoing investigations.
The Police Service reaffirmed its commitment to combating the illicit trade in narcotic substances and unregulated pharmaceutical products to safeguard public health and safety.
BY STEPHANIE BIRIKORANG
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