The Ghana Police Service has taken eight individuals into custody following an intelligence-driven operation at Okaishie Drug Lane in Accra over the suspected sale and distribution of narcotic substances and unregulated pharmaceutical products.
The exercise took place on Friday, October 9, 2026, as part of the Police Service’s ongoing campaign against the illegal drug trade.
Those arrested have been named 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.
Police said the operation led to the recovery of several items, including suspected Tramadol tablets in 225mg and 250mg strengths, Rohypnol tablets, codeine-based products, Benyling products and various other pharmaceutical substances.
All eight suspects are still being held in police custody, while the items seized have been preserved as exhibits for the ongoing investigation, according to the Service.
The Ghana Police Service reaffirmed its resolve to curb the unlawful sale and distribution of narcotic substances and pharmaceutical products that are not properly regulated.
It added that the operation forms part of wider efforts to safeguard public health and protect the public from the risks associated with these illegal activities.
