NACOC intercepts marijuana concealed in cocoa powder containers

The Narcotics Control Commission’s (NACOC) Ghana Post Unit on Friday, February 3, 2023, intercepted six (6) parcels of outbound cocoa powder plastic containers containing marijuana.

The parcel, which was destined for the United Kingdom (UK), was discovered by officers of the commission while carrying out their normal routine of inspecting parcels brought to the post office to be sorted out before dispatching to their final destination.

Public Affairs and International Relations Department of NACOC in a statement said investigation is ongoing to unravel the people behind the attempted export.

“The commission is using this medium to caution those involved in the act to desist from such activities since they will be prosecuted if found culpable,” NACOC in a statement stated.