In a renewed effort to combat the escalating threat of illicit drug trafficking and substance abuse in Ghana, the Ministry of the Interior has inaugurated a new 15-member Governing Board for the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC). The ceremony marks a strategic move by the government to enhance the Commission’s leadership and operational capacity.
Speaking on behalf of the Ministry, Interior Minister Mohammed Muntaka emphasized the urgency of tackling narcotics-related crimes, labeling them as a dangerous form of transnational organized crime that is particularly harmful to Ghana’s youth.
“The formation of this new Board is a strong signal of our national resolve to confront drug trafficking with professionalism, transparency, and integrity,” the Minister stated.
He called on the new Board to lead with courage, uphold ethical governance, and commit to a results-driven approach. Board members were urged to maintain unity, foster collaboration, and build a culture of accountability within the Commission.
Minister Muntaka expressed his full confidence in the leadership of the newly appointed team, highlighting the need for teamwork and consistency in protecting public safety and restoring trust in the nation’s anti-narcotics agenda.
Retired Commissioner of Police (COP) Bright Oduro, who chairs the new Governing Board, pledged the team’s unwavering commitment to the Commission’s mission. He acknowledged the magnitude of the task ahead and vowed to intensify public education on the dangers of drug abuse while supporting law enforcement to disrupt illicit drug networks.
“Our priority is to safeguard the nation from the growing menace of drug trafficking and misuse. We are ready to serve with dedication and to contribute significantly to Ghana’s development and public well-being,” COP Oduro said.
The inauguration of the NACOC Board comes at a time of increasing concern over drug trafficking routes in West Africa, positioning Ghana’s narcotics control efforts at the heart of national and regional security strategies.
