The Ghana Police Service has arrested a man, Bukari Yakubu, for allegedly possessing 92 slabs of a substance suspected to be Indian hemp during an intelligence-led operation in Akatsi.
The arrest took place in the early hours of Saturday, May 10, 2025, at about 1 a.m., following several days of surveillance.
Officers raided Yakubu’s residence, where they discovered 92 compressed slabs of the suspected substance, each wrapped in yellowish material.
During the operation, the police also seized two Royal motorbikes, suspected of being stolen.
A police statement confirmed the arrest and revealed that preliminary investigations suggest the suspect has been actively involved in the distribution of narcotics in Akatsi and nearby communities.
“Investigation conducted so far indicates that Bukari Yakubu has been dealing in narcotics within Akatsi and its surrounding areas,” the statement read.
During initial interrogation, Yakubu reportedly admitted ownership of the seized items. He is currently in police custody and assisting with ongoing investigations. Authorities say he will be arraigned in court in due course.
The arrest forms part of a broader effort by the Ghana Police Service to clamp down on the illegal drug trade and organised crime, particularly in the Volta Region and across the country.
