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NACOC intensifies war against drug dealers
• Transportation of narcotic drugs is illegal and punishable
The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has vowed to deal decisively with those who engage in transportation of narcotic drugs.
According to the Commission, it will not renege on its commitment in ensuring drastic reduction of all types of narcotic drugs in the country.
“The possession and attempted transportation of narcotic drugs is still illegal and punishable under the domestic law. We, therefore, assure the citizens of our commitment to keeping the influx of smuggling of all types of narcotic drugs to the barest minimum in collaboration with the relevant stakeholders.”
Mr. Francis Opoku Amoah, Acting Director, Public Affairs and International Relations of Narcotics Control Commission told this reporter on a telephone interview against the backdrop of the arrest of a Liberian woman, Ms. Wolo Maikplay Margaret, at the Kotoka International Airport on May, 14, 2022, for attempting to smuggle cocaine from Liberia to Bangkok, Thailand, on board Qatar Airways.
In all 30 pellets of cocaine weighing 227.2101 grammes were retrieved from her vagina and beneath her breasts when NACOC officials conducted physical search on her following a tip-off, as regards her nefarious activities.
The woman readily admitted her guilt of “attempted exportation and possession of narcotic drug without a Minister of Health Licence” which violated Sections 36 and 37 of the Narcotics Control Commision Act 2020 (Act 1019) respectively.
The culprit was arraigned at an Accra High Court in record time and was jailed 10 years by Justice Mary Ekua Yanzuh on her (convicts’s) own plea.
Ms Woho was again ordered by the court to pay a fine of 10.000 penalty units (GH¢ 120,000) or serve additional three years in prison when she failed to pay.
By Castro Zangina-Tong
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Manhyia would serve as Ghana’s unifying force …Otumfuo assures on commemoration of 27 years on the Golden Stool
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, last Friday celebrated his 27th enstoolment with a colourful and culture-rich ceremony at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi, drawing a distinguished gathering of dignitaries from across Ghana and beyond.
Clad in splendid kente and adorned in rich traditional regalia, the dignitaries added colour and elegance to the occasion, as the palace grounds came alive with a vibrant display of Ghanaian culture.
Traditional drumming, dancing and symbolic rites underscored the deep-rooted heritage of the Ashanti Kingdom, captivating guests and reaffirming the value of tradition in modern society.
Speaking at a high-level Executive Gala organised by the Diaspora Affairs Office of the Office of the President in strategic partnership with the E ON 3 Group, the ‘World-Meets-in-Ghana’ gala, the Asantehene urged Ghanaians to guard against the divisive tendencies of partisan politics.
The event was to honour the Asantehene’s nearly three-decade reign under the theme ‘Advancing Peace and Sustainable Economic Development through Royal Vision’.
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II noted that such attitudes threatened the country’s long-standing values of unity, civility and brotherliness.
He assured that Manhyia would continue to serve as a unifying force for the nation.
The celebration also featured the presentation of commemorative gold coins to notable national leaders, including the President, John Dramani Mahama, former Presidents John Agyekum Kufuor and Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo as well as Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, a former Vice President in recognition of their contributions to peace and national development.
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Energy Minister announces full restoration of power generation units after major grid disruption
Energy Minister, John Jinapor has announced that all power generation units affected by the recent national grid disruption have been fully restored and are back in service.
According to the Minister on social media, engineers, technicians and emergency response teams worked continuously to restore electricity supply and stabilise the national grid after the incident caused major challenges within the power sector.
In a statement, the Minister praised the efforts of personnel from the Ghana Grid Company Limited, Volta River Authority and Electricity Company of Ghana for their commitment and coordination during the emergency.
“Mission accomplished. All generation units are now back in service,” the Minister stated.
He explained that despite the scale of the disruption, technical teams worked around the clock to restore power and secure stability within the system.
“Through their tireless work, discipline, and commitment to country, power has been restored and system stability secured,” he said.
The Minister further expressed appreciation to the leadership and staff of GRIDCo, VRA, ECG and other supporting agencies for their collective response to the crisis.
According to him, the successful restoration of the system demonstrates the resilience and capability of Ghanaian professionals in times of national difficulty.
“This moment shows that even under pressure, Ghana can rely on the strength and skill of its people,” he added.
The Minister offered prayers for the country’s energy sector and the engineers who led the restoration efforts.
“May God bless our engineers, our energy sector, and our nation,” he stated.
By: Jacob Aggrey
