The Narcotics Control Commission has recorded 163 arrests in connection with 109 drug cases across the country in 2025, a development authorities say reflects a more aggressive and coordinated approach to tackling drug crimes.
The update was shared by the Acting Director of Public Affairs and International Relations at NACOC, PNCO Francis Opoku Amoah, who explained that the number of arrests is higher than the number of cases because several suspects are often linked to a single investigation.
According to him, drug networks rarely operate in isolation, making it common for one case to involve multiple individuals.
Out of the 109 cases currently being handled by the Commission, close to 50 have already been filed in court, with trials ongoing at various stages of the judicial process.
Mr Opoku Amoah expressed confidence that the remaining cases will be concluded by next year, allowing the Commission to clear its docket and strengthen public confidence in the justice system.
So far, NACOC has secured five convictions from cases that have gone through the courts.
The convicted persons are currently serving prison sentences ranging from six years to longer terms, a sign authorities say shows a firm stance against drug offences.
“In terms of arrests, we have about 163 people involved in the 109 cases we are handling, and currently at different levels of the courts, we have close to 50 cases still pending, with five convictions already secured and sentences ranging from six years to longer terms,” Mr Opoku Amoah said.
He also noted a rise in arrests compared to the previous year, when 100 people were arrested.
The increase, he explained, is largely due to improved investigative methods and changes in enforcement strategies, which have made it easier to identify and track suspects involved in the drug trade.
