3 nabbed in Accra drug bust as police seize suspected cocaine and over GH¢800,000 in cash

The Ghana Police Service has arrested three suspects in connection with the possession of narcotic drugs and alleged involvement in prohibited drug-related activities within the Accra metropolis, as part of ongoing efforts to clamp down on drug trafficking networks.

According to a press release issued on Wednesday, April 15, the arrests followed a carefully coordinated intelligence-led operation. The action was initiated after the Special Operations Assistant to the Inspector-General of Police received credible information on April 10, 2026, indicating that a group was preparing to sell suspected narcotic substances in Dzorwulu.

Acting swiftly on the intelligence, police mounted surveillance in the area to monitor the suspects’ movements and activities. On April 11, 2026, officers moved in and arrested two individuals, identified as Bright Ayivor and Ifeanyi Ijeoba.

The suspects were reportedly found in possession of 22 compressed substances believed to be cocaine, which investigators say were being prepared for sale to a prospective buyer. The seizure is considered significant, as it potentially disrupted a distribution operation within the capital.

Following their arrest, further interrogation led officers to identify a third suspect, Kwabena Botwe, who has been described by investigators as a key figure in the alleged drug network.

A subsequent intelligence-led operation at Caprice resulted in his arrest during what police described as a monitored transaction involving proceeds from suspected drug sales. Authorities indicated that the operation was strategically executed to ensure evidence collection and secure the suspect without incident.

Police further revealed that the suspect later led officers to his residence at Greda Estates, where a search uncovered GH¢400,000 in cash along with a money counting machine. During the operation, he allegedly attempted to bribe the arresting officers with an additional GH¢420,000 in cash, which has since been seized and retained as evidence.

In total, a substantial amount of cash was recovered and is currently being treated as part of ongoing investigations into the suspected drug trafficking activities. Authorities believe the funds may be linked to a broader network involved in the distribution of narcotic substances.

All three suspects remain in police custody and are assisting with investigations. They are expected to be arraigned before court in the coming days as the legal process proceeds.

The Ghana Police Service has reiterated its commitment to intensifying intelligence-led operations aimed at dismantling drug trafficking networks and reducing the circulation of narcotic substances within communities. Officials say such operations will continue as part of broader efforts to enhance public safety and combat organised crime across the country.