In a move to reinforce the commitment to national security and accountability, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, Ranking Member of the Defence & Interior Committee, has requested key security agencies to brief the committee on several high-profile cases that have raised eyebrows in recent months.
The latest development comes on the heels of a series of alarming incidents that have put the country’s security apparatus under scrutiny.
In February 2025, National Security operatives uncovered 12 containers stashed with gold bars and currencies in Sapeiman, sparking widespread concerns about the porosity of the country’s borders.
Fast-forward to March 2025, when two high-profile cocaine busts worth $350 million and $120 million, respectively, were made, sending shockwaves through the nation.
The busts were seen as a major victory for the country’s anti-narcotics efforts but also raised questions about the extent of cocaine trafficking in the country.
In the same month, two suspicious flights, AirMed Flight N823AM and Cavok Air Antonov An-12B, landed at Kotoka International Airport from Gran Canaria, sparking fears about possible smuggling and money laundering activities.
The flights, which departed from the same airport on March 25, have been shrouded in mystery, with many calling for a thorough investigation.
Against this backdrop, Rev. Fordjour’s request for a joint briefing by National Security, Police CID, Narcotics Control Commission, and National Investigations Bureau takes on added significance.
The briefing, scheduled for April 7, 2025, aims to provide updates on investigations into these critical security matters.
According to the letter dated April 2, 2025, addressed to the Chairman of the Parliamentary Committee on Defence & Interior, Rev. Fordjour emphasized the need for transparency and accountability in the country’s security apparatus.
“The committee would like to be briefed on the progress of investigations into these matters, as well as any other relevant information that may aid in our oversight responsibilities,” the letter stated.
The move has been hailed as a step in the right direction, with many calling for greater transparency and accountability in the country’s security sector.
-BY Daniel Bampoe
