The Minister for the Interior, Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, has revealed that four individuals have been arrested and granted bail in connection with the major drug bust in Cape Coast earlier this year, while two other suspects remain at large.

In March 2025, operatives from the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) intercepted a massive cocaine consignment, seizing approximately 3.3 tonnes of the illegal drug.

The operation, based on intelligence, led to the interception of a tipper truck at Pedu Junction in Cape Coast. Upon inspection, officers discovered 143 sacks of cocaine concealed beneath sand.

Briefing Parliament on July 9, 2025, the Interior Minister assured lawmakers that the government remains committed to tackling drug trafficking.

“It has to be mentioned that apart from the driver and his assistant, four other individuals were subsequently arrested and granted bail,” he stated.

“Two prime suspects are, however, at large. Efforts are ongoing to arrest them. The next court hearing of the matter is scheduled to take place on July 24, 2025,” he added.

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