The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has intensified its efforts to combat drug trafficking at Kotoka International Airport (KIA), Ghana’s primary international gateway. The Canine (K9) Unit of NACOC, in collaboration with its Enforcement Unit, has launched behavioural detection operations at the airport to identify and apprehend individuals involved in narcotics trafficking.
According to NACOC, the operation is aimed at reinforcing Ghana’s commitment to combating narcotics trafficking. The exercise involves the use of trained sniffer dogs, advanced scanning equipment, and profiling techniques to identify inbound and outbound passengers displaying behavioural indicators commonly associated with drug trafficking.
The operation has resulted in the seizure of some quantities of pethidine and morphine, both controlled drugs under Ghana’s narcotics laws. This highlights the effectiveness of intelligence-led enforcement and canine-assisted searches. NACOC’s efforts are part of a broader security strategy to close operational gaps often exploited by drug traffickers.
NACOC is working to strengthen surveillance at ports of entry and exit, disrupt transnational drug trafficking networks, and protect Ghana’s international image. The Commission encourages the public and industry stakeholders to cooperate with its officers as it intensifies efforts to prevent the use of Ghana’s transport hubs for illicit drug trafficking.
The presence of the K9 Unit has been deliberately enhanced to increase visibility, deter potential traffickers, and reinforce public confidence in NACOC’s operations at the airport. Officers have demonstrated a high level of professionalism, striking a balance between firmness and respect for passenger rights and aviation security protocols.
NACOC’s efforts are expected to continue, with similar intelligence-driven operations planned for airports, seaports, and land borders across the country.
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Author: Korkor Anumu
