Eight suspects arrested in an intelligence-led anti-narcotics operation at Okaishie

The Ghana Police Service has arrested eight (8) suspects in an intelligence-led anti-narcotics operation at Okaishie Drug Lane in Accra on Friday, 9 October 2026.

The operation targeted individuals suspected of engaging in the sale and distribution of narcotic substances and unregulated pharmaceutical products.

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.

Items retrieved during the operation include suspected Tramadol tablets (225mg and 250mg), Rohypnol tablets, codeine-containing products, Benyling products, and other assorted pharmaceutical substances.

All eight suspects are currently in police custody, while the exhibits have been secured to aid investigations.

The Police remain committed to combating the illicit trade in narcotic substances and unregulated pharmaceutical products to protect public health and safety of all.