The Ghana Police Service has arrested eight suspects in an intelligence-led anti-narcotics operation at Okaishie Drug Lane in Accra.
The operation was conducted on Friday, October 9, 2026, and targeted individuals suspected of selling and distributing narcotic substances and unregulated pharmaceutical products.
The suspects have been 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 included suspected Tramadol tablets of 225mg and 250mg, Rohypnol tablets, codeine-containing products, Benyling products and other assorted pharmaceutical substances.
The Police said all eight suspects remain in custody, while the seized items have been secured to support ongoing investigations.
The Ghana Police Service reaffirmed its commitment to tackling the illicit trade in narcotic substances and unregulated pharmaceutical products to protect public health and safety.
By:Rachael Djabakie