NIB intercepts $350m worth of cocaine in Cape Coast

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The National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) has intercepted a major cocaine shipment, seizing approximately 3.3 tonnesof the illicit substance en route to Accra from the Western Region.

Operation Details

Acting on intelligence, NIB officers stopped a tipper truck at Pedu Junction in Cape Coast on March 4, 2025. Upon inspection, they discovered 143 sacks of cocaine concealed beneath sand in the truck’s cargo.

Significance of the Seizure

This interception marks one of the largest drug busts in Ghana’s history, signaling a major victory in the fight against narcotics trafficking. The sheer quantity of the cocaine suggests the involvement of a sophisticated smuggling network, potentially linked to international drug cartels.

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Ongoing Investigations

Authorities have launched a full-scale investigation to uncover the source of the cocaine, the intended recipients, and any potential accomplices within Ghana and beyond. The driver and occupants of the truck have been taken into custodyfor interrogation.

A joint security task force, including the Ghana Police Service, Ghana Revenue Authority (Customs Division), and the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), has been deployed to track down other individuals connected to the smuggling operation.

Government’s Commitment to the Fight Against Drugs

The government has reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy on drug trafficking. In a statement, the NIB emphasized its commitment to intelligence-led operations to combat organized crime and drug syndicates operating in Ghana.

This latest seizure underscores Ghana’s strategic importance in the global drug trade and the need for heightened vigilance in border security and port surveillance.

Author

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    Abraham Kofi Amudzegbe is a Level 300 Nursing student at the University
    of Ghana, Legon, an author, student leader, and youth advocate with a
    strong passion for public service, leadership, and student empowerment.
    Through his writing, he explores topics related to education, youth
    development, leadership, health, and social impact, contributing
    meaningful perspectives on issues that affect students and young people.

    As an author at Insight Ghana, Abraham leverages his strong communication
    and research skills to produce informative and thought-provoking content.
    His work reflects a commitment to advocacy, public engagement, and
    fostering conversations that inspire positive change within society.

    Abraham currently serves in several leadership capacities, including
    Vice President of the Volta Region Students Association (VORSA Legon),
    Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the University of Ghana Nursing and
    Midwifery Students Association (UGHANMSA), Deputy Head of the Business
    and Political Chamber of PENSA Legon, Public Relations Officer (PRO) of
    the Oti Region Students Association (ORSA), and a Member of the
    University of Ghana Parliament House.

    Over the years, he has led and supported numerous student-centered
    initiatives, including academic tutorials, mentorship programmes,
    welfare interventions, and advocacy campaigns aimed at improving the
    student experience and promoting collective growth.

    As an aspiring President of the University of Ghana Students'
    Representative Council (UGSRC) for the 2026/2027 academic year,
    Abraham seeks to champion a vision centered on student welfare,
    accountability, inclusiveness, innovation, and effective representation.

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Abraham kofi Amudzegbe
Abraham kofi Amudzegbe

Abraham Kofi Amudzegbe is a Level 300 Nursing student at the University of Ghana, Legon, an author, student leader, and youth advocate with a strong passion for public service, leadership, and student empowerment. Through his writing, he explores topics related to education, youth development, leadership, health, and social impact, contributing meaningful perspectives on issues that affect students and young people.

As an author at Insight Ghana, Abraham leverages his strong communication and research skills to produce informative and thought-provoking content. His work reflects a commitment to advocacy, public engagement, and fostering conversations that inspire positive change within society.

Abraham currently serves in several leadership capacities, including Vice President of the Volta Region Students Association (VORSA Legon), Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the University of Ghana Nursing and Midwifery Students Association (UGHANMSA), Deputy Head of the Business and Political Chamber of PENSA Legon, Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the Oti Region Students Association (ORSA), and a Member of the University of Ghana Parliament House.

Over the years, he has led and supported numerous student-centered initiatives, including academic tutorials, mentorship programmes, welfare interventions, and advocacy campaigns aimed at improving the student experience and promoting collective growth.

As an aspiring President of the University of Ghana Students' Representative Council (UGSRC) for the 2026/2027 academic year, Abraham seeks to champion a vision centered on student welfare, accountability, inclusiveness, innovation, and effective representation.