DRUG FREE WORLD AFRICA COMMENDS GHANA REVENUE AUTHORITY FOR MAJOR TRAMADOL SEIZURE AT TEMA PORT

 

*Drug Free World Africa Commends Ghana Revenue Authority for Major Tramadol Seizure at Tema Port*

Drug Free World Africa has commended the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) for successfully intercepting a massive shipment of undeclared Tramadol at the Tema Port in a major intelligence-led operation.

According to reports, the seized container (No. TGHU6228715), which originated from the United Arab Emirates, contained 299 cartons with an estimated 146,932,000 tablets of Tramadol Hydrochloride (250mg and 225mg), weighing a total of 34,847.2 kilograms.

The container had reportedly been falsely declared as household items, including kettles, blenders, pressing irons and energy-saving bulbs, in an apparent attempt to evade detection. Drug Free World Africa noted that, if not for the vigilance of the Ghana Revenue Authority and the effective collaboration with other government agencies, the illicit consignment could have found its way onto the streets, with devastating consequences for citizens, particularly the youth.

The organisation described the interception as a major victory in the ongoing fight against drug trafficking and abuse across the African continent.

Drug Free World Africa further emphasised that the battle against drug abuse in Africa can only be won through sustained collaboration among governments, law enforcement agencies, civil society organisations, community leaders and the general public.

The organisation therefore called on other African countries to intensify their surveillance, intelligence gathering and enforcement efforts to curb the illegal circulation of harmful substances and protect communities.

Lina Okereke                                                          Country Representative, Drug Free World Africa 

Drug Free World Africa reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to advocacy, education and public awareness on the dangers of drug abuse. The organisation also expressed its readiness to partner with individuals, corporate organisations and government institutions in promoting a drug-free society across Africa.

 Dr. Lina Okereke                                     Country Representative                               Drug Free World Africa

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

THE BIGWAYS INTERNATIONAL WOMEN OF FAITH FOUNDATION HEALTHCARE SUPPORT OUTREACH

Image
 The Bigways International Women of Faith Foundation in conjunction with The Eastern Union, Lagos Branch Presents HEALTHCARE SUPPORT OUTREACH Theme: Medical Bill Payment Support to the Needy. This weekend at Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), idi Araba, Lagos witnessed August visitors as the Bigways International Women of Faith Foundation and the Eastern Union, Lagos Branch rolled out its unique healthcare support outreach tagged "Medical Bill Payment Support to the Needy" The program witnessed the representatives of both organizations in mass visiting several wards in hospital such as the male wards, female ward and the children wards, giving out monetary gifts, words of encouragement and prayers to the sick and needy.  Mrs Juliet Ndukaku                                 Founder -The Bigways International Women of Faith Foundation The Founder of the Bigways International Women of Faith...
Read more

STATE CREATION: MOVE LUDICROUS, ILL-TIMED, SAYS NNPP

Image
  State Creation: MOVE LUDICROUS AND ILL TIMED - NNPP. The Joint Committee on Amendment of the 1999 Constitution has resolved to create additional states to the existing 36 across the country. The committee co-chaired by the Deputy Senate President, Senator Jubrin Barau, and the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has received 55 requests for more states. However,  only six proposed states seem to have got the nod of the committee, igniting several opinions from most prominent  Nigerians/ Stakeholders on the  plan as well as its implications for the Economic, and socio-political impact on the country. Many have criticized the move hinging on the large economic implications imperative if it finally passes  legislative approval. Both notable Nigerians in government and the opposition have learnt their voice on these issues ranging from Political figures, Political parties, 'A' Grade Traditional figures, Professionals and many more. ...
Read more

NNPP DISSOCIATES ITSELF FROM THE JANUARY 20 PROTESTS AGAINST THE INEC

Image
NEW NIGERIA PEOPLE'S PARTY (NNPP) NATIONAL SECRETARIAT, ABUJA  Monday, January 19th, 2026 PRESS STATEMENT NNPP DISSOCIATES ITSELF FROM THE JANUARY 20 PROTESTS AGAINST THE INEC Our attention has been drawn to reports that the New Nigeria People's Party (NNPP)  intends to stage a protest march against the Independent National Electoral Commission  (INEC)  on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at the premises of the INEC in Abuja and the States of the Federation.     The New Nigeria People's Party (NNPP) wishes to use this medium to dissociate the party from the illegal "demonstration"  called by an illegal body claiming to be speaking on behalf of the NNPP. These persons behind this illegal protest are not members of the Party as established by the Federal High Court in Suit Number FHC/ABJ/CS/1354/2024 of April 18th, 2024, where Justice Emeka Nwite affirmed that they have ceased to be members of the Party following their expulsion by the appropriate Organs ...
Read more