Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mustapha Gbande, has expressed suspicion that some members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) may be involved in the recent illegal drug trafficking incident in Ghana. He described the incident as a matter of national concern, urging security agencies to thoroughly investigate the circumstances surrounding the case. Gbande emphasized that drug trafficking has serious implications for Ghana's national security and intelligence systems.
Mustapha Gbande made these comments in an interview on Asempa FM's Ekosii Sen show. He stressed that drug trafficking is a systemic issue requiring a coordinated response from the state, rather than political grandstanding. According to Gbande, anyone involved in drug trafficking is an enemy of the state, and it is a national concern that requires a collective effort to address.
Gbande praised President John Mahama's approach to the matter, saying the President is taking time to understand the problem and put measures in place to address it. He disclosed that the Presidency has activated processes aimed at strengthening Ghana's borders and pursuing officials who may have facilitated such activities, as well as beneficiaries of drug-related crimes.
The NDC deputy general secretary criticized calls by the NPP for protests over the matter, questioning the rationale behind turning a crime scene into a political platform. He alleged that if the NPP wants to protest, he suspects it may be some of their members who are involved in the drug trafficking.
Gbande emphasized that responsibility for tackling drug trafficking must be shared by all stakeholders, including security agencies and institutions operating at Ghana's ports. He urged political actors to allow relevant institutions to conduct their investigations, stressing that Ghana is a country of rules and President Mahama is not a knee-jerk President.
Mustapha Gbande's comments come after a recent drug bust in Ghana, which has raised concerns about the country's national security and intelligence systems. The incident has sparked a national debate on the need for a coordinated response to address the issue of drug trafficking.
Gbande's allegations against the NPP have not been verified, and the party has not responded to his claims. The issue of drug trafficking remains a significant challenge for Ghana, with the country serving as a transit point for illicit drugs destined for international markets.
Key points
- Mustapha Gbande suspects NPP members may be involved in recent illegal drug bust in Ghana
- Gbande praises President John Mahama's approach to addressing the issue of drug trafficking
- The NDC deputy general secretary criticizes NPP's call for protests over the matter
