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20-foot container full of Tramadol intercepted at Tema port

NACOC and Customs seize illegal Tramadol shipment at Tema port

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May 28, 2025
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20-foot container full of Tramadol intercepted at Tema port

20-foot container full of Tramadol intercepted at Tema port

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In a major drug seizure operation at Tema Port, the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), in collaboration with Ghana Customs officials, intercepted a 20-foot container loaded with Tramadol that exceeded the legally permitted dosage of 100 mg.

The seizure, executed around 16:40pm, uncovered ninety-nine cartons of TRAMAL-X120—a potent combination of Tramadol and Carisoprodol at a strength of 120 mg—alongside a quantity of sisal fiber.

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The container, initially disguised as standard general cargo, was flagged and thoroughly inspected, leading to the discovery of the illegal pharmaceutical consignment.

This high-profile interception comes on the heels of a recent crackdown on drug trafficking operations in the Eastern Region.

On May 7, 2025, three individuals believed to be key figures in a notorious narcotics trafficking ring were arrested in Atimpoku during a coordinated operation by NACOC and allied security agencies.

The successful anti-narcotics raid followed weeks of intelligence gathering and surveillance targeting multiple hideouts.

20-foot container full of Tramadol intercepted at Tema port

According to sources within NACOC, the operation aimed to dismantle a drug network allegedly linked to inter-regional trafficking activities.

During the raid, officers seized substantial quantities of suspected illegal narcotic substances, along with equipment believed to be used in the processing, packaging, and distribution of drugs.

The substances are currently undergoing laboratory analysis to confirm their composition.

The identities of the suspects have not been disclosed to protect the integrity of ongoing investigations.

However, NACOC confirmed that all three individuals had long been under surveillance due to their suspected involvement in the local narcotics trade.

“This is a significant breakthrough in our efforts to clamp down on drug trafficking in the region,” a senior NACOC officer stated.

20-foot container full of Tramadol intercepted at Tema port
20-foot container full of Tramadol intercepted at Tema port

“We are committed to dismantling drug networks that threaten the safety and well-being of our communities,” he added.

The suspects are currently in custody and assisting authorities. Formal charges are expected to be filed in the coming days.

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