The Upper East Regional Police Command has arrested 14 suspects over their alleged involvement in the cultivation and distribution of narcotic drugs at Daliga in the Nabdam District.
The arrests were made on Sunday, August 16, 2026, during an intelligence-led operation carried out by the Police Intelligence Directorate (PID) and the newly formed Black Cobra Team.
According to the Police, the operation followed intelligence gathered on suspected narcotic activities in the area.
A search conducted at the location led to the discovery of a large quantity of suspected narcotic substances concealed in sacks containing millet and maize.
The Police said preliminary investigations suggest that the suspected Indian hemp was being cultivated alongside food crops.
The practice, according to investigators, was allegedly intended to make the narcotic farms difficult to detect and help those involved avoid law enforcement agencies.
The Police also suspect that the arrested individuals form part of a network supplying narcotic drugs to several dealers operating in different parts of the Upper East Region.
The 14 suspects are Alex Nyaaba, Charles Keleg Dombil, Zimi Pandam, Jennifer Ziini, Tobirr Naab, Yinteng James, Tosil Wandabil, Sandanane Peehim, Borimi Nohoo, Curim Teng, Curim Kugri, Nohou Dagobila and Abane Zangbeog.
Police said the suspects remain in custody as investigations continue. They are expected to be brought before the court to face the relevant charges.
The operation forms part of efforts by the Police to tackle the cultivation, distribution and use of illegal drugs in the region.
