A joint team of the Special Operations Department of National Security and the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has arrested a 51-year-old man suspected of supplying and dealing in illicit drugs at Weija in the Ga South Municipal Assembly of the Greater Accra Region.
The arrest was made on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at about 11:00 a.m., following a sustained intelligence-gathering and surveillance operation conducted by undercover operatives of the Special Operations Department.
The suspect, identified as Jibreel Hardi, was intercepted while allegedly on his way to meet a prospective buyer.
According to information gathered during the operation, Hardi admitted that he was travelling to meet a buyer when he was arrested.
A search of his vehicle reportedly led to the discovery of large quantities of dried leaves wrapped in polythene, suspected to be cannabis, as well as several packets of Tramadol.
Following the discovery, the security team proceeded to the suspect’s residence, where they allegedly retrieved additional quantities of the suspected cannabis and Tramadol.
A firearm, together with 50 rounds of 9mm ammunition, was also reportedly found at the residence.
The suspect’s wife, 42-year-old Abiba Fatawu, was subsequently arrested for allegedly acting as an accomplice and collaborator in the suspected drug-related activities.
Both suspects have since been conveyed to the NACOC Headquarters for processing, while the exhibits retrieved during the operation are expected to undergo forensic examination.
The arrests form part of ongoing intelligence-led efforts by the security agencies to disrupt suspected drug trafficking and supply networks in the country.
