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Accra International Airport

Also known as: Terminal 3 of Accra International Airport · KIA · AIA

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November 2026
5 NovDaily Guide
… d charges of all persons arrested in the country in connection with the Beirut seizure, as well as ensure that they are arraigned before a court, while questioning why officials allegedly involved in facilitating the movement of the cocaine through the Accra International Airport …
46.7kg Beirut Cocaine Bust: Sack NACOC, GACL Heads – NPP Demands
4 NovJoy Online
… igate drug trafficking activities, issue a joint statement with Lebanese authorities clarifying the circumstances of the arrest and ensure the prosecution of any public officials found to have facilitated the movement of the suspected drugs through the Accra International Airport …
Publish taskforce roadmap, name suspects in Beirut cocaine case – NPP to government
3 NovDaily Guide
… The impression that they allowed the drug pusher or courier to pass through the checks at the Accra International Airport just so that this will facilitate the tracking of their local accomplices is unconvincing. …
NACOC Cocaine Bust Eye-Service
3 NovJoy Online
The Attorney-General (A-G) has told the Supreme Court that Kotoka International Airport remains the legal name of Ghana’s international airport, as the legislative process to rename it Accra International Airport has not yet been completed. …
Kotoka Airport remains legal name until Parliament passes renaming Bill – A-G
2 NovThe Ghanaian Times
… The company has since overseen major airport infrastructure developments, including Terminal 3 at the Accra International Airport (AIA) and the upgrades of the Tamale and Prempeh I International Airports in Tamale and Kumasi respectively. …
GACL launches 20th anniversary celebrations Pledges to strengthen airport infrastructure, improve operational efficiency
October 2026
29 OctJoy Online
The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has assured the public that Ghana is prepared to detect and respond to any potential Ebola case, following an inspection of screening and emergency response measures at Accra International Airport. …
Health Minister assures public of Ghana’s readiness to respond to Ebola
28 OctJoy Online
The French Embassy in Ghana has donated 300 packs of drug test kits to the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) to support its enforcement operations at Accra International Airport. …
French Embassy donates 300 drug test kits to NACOC for airport enforcement
28 OctThe Ghanaian Times
… Welcoming the team at the Accra International Airport (AIA) on Monday, Mr Kukula, accompanied by the club president, Dr Eric Opoku Antwi, and some executives of the club, praised the players and technical team for their determination and commitment in representing Ghana on the in …
GBF hails Spintex Knights, appeals for support for team
27 OctJoy Online
… The Ugandan national carrier began operations at the Accra International Airport on October 27, 2026, with four-times-weekly services linking Entebbe, Lagos and Accra. …
Uganda Airlines begins scheduled flights to Accra
22 OctThe Ghanaian Times
… The measures include increased screening at points of entry, particularly the Accra International Airport, simulation exercises to assess emergency readiness, monitoring of travellers from high risk areas and improved laboratory preparedness. …
Ghana strengthens Ebola surveillance following reported cases in DRC, Kenya and Nigeria

Politics

NPP demands dismissal of NACOC, GACL heads over cocaine busts

The News

The opposition New Patriotic Party has called on President John Mahama to dismiss the heads of the Narcotics Control Commission, Ghana Airports Company Limited, Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority, and National Security, citing about 14 major cocaine and narcotics busts linked to Ghana between March 2025 and October 2026 with an estimated street value of between US$1.3 billion and US$1.7 billion.

14 hours ago · Daily Guide →

Yesterday

NPP demands dismissal of NACOC, GACL heads over cocaine busts
The opposition New Patriotic Party has called on President John Mahama to dismiss the heads of the Narcotics Control Commission, Ghana Airports Company Limited, Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority, and National Security, citing about 14 major cocaine and narcotics busts linked to Ghana between March 2025 and October 2026 with an estimated street value of between US$1.3 billion and US$1.7 billion.
14 hours ago · Daily Guide →

Wednesday 4 November

NPP demands inquiry into 46.7kg cocaine seizure in Beirut
The New Patriotic Party has called on the government to establish a bipartisan parliamentary inquiry into the seizure of 46.7 kilogrammes of cocaine at Rafic Hariri International Airport in Beirut, Lebanon, and to publish the taskforce roadmap investigating drug trafficking, issue a joint statement with Lebanese authorities on the circumstances, and prosecute any public officials found to have facilitated movement of the drugs through Accra International Airport.
4 November 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 3 November

Daily Guide questions NACOC's account of Lebanon cocaine bust
Daily Guide editorial criticizes NACOC's press release about a cocaine seizure in Beirut, Lebanon, dismissing the agency's claim of collaborative effort with Middle East authorities and suggesting airport security has been compromised.
3 November 2026 · Daily Guide →
Kotoka Airport legal name until Parliament completes renaming bill
Ghana's Attorney-General told the Supreme Court that Kotoka International Airport remains the legal name of the country's international airport because the legislative process to rename it Accra International Airport has not been completed. The government argued that a public announcement does not give legal effect to the renaming, which must proceed through Parliament and statutory changes.
3 November 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 2 November

GACL marks 20 years, pledges airport infrastructure strengthening
Ghana Airport Company Limited launched its 20th anniversary celebrations with a pledge to strengthen airport infrastructure, improve operational efficiency, and enhance passenger experience. The managing director said the next phase will focus on stronger infrastructure, smarter technology, sustainable performance, and improved service for passengers and stakeholders.
2 November 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 29 October

Health Minister confirms Ghana prepared for Ebola detection and response
Ghana's Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh said the country is prepared to detect and respond to any potential Ebola case, with no cases recorded so far. Preparedness measures include thermal scanners at Accra International Airport, electronic health declaration forms for arriving passengers, and designated isolation and treatment facilities.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 28 October

French Embassy donates drug test kits to NACOC for airport
The French Embassy in Ghana has donated 300 packs of drug test kits to the Narcotics Control Commission to support enforcement operations at Accra International Airport, with plans for training sessions for NACOC officers.
28 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Spintex Knights qualify for Basketball Africa League Elite 16
Ghana's Spintex Knights have advanced to the Elite 16 stage of the Road to Basketball Africa League after winning all three games in the Division West group phase in Tripoli, Libya. The Ghana Basketball Federation president praised the team's unbeaten record and called for support to help Ghana basketball development amid funding challenges.
28 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 27 October

Uganda Airlines launches Accra service with four-weekly flights
Uganda Airlines began scheduled commercial flights to Accra on October 27, 2026, operating four-times-weekly services linking Entebbe, Lagos and Accra. The new route is expected to enhance regional connectivity, trade, investment and tourism between West and East Africa.
27 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 22 October

Ghana strengthens Ebola surveillance following cases in DRC, Kenya, Nigeria
Ghana's Ministry of Health announced enhanced surveillance and preparedness measures after Ebola cases were reported in the DRC, Kenya, and Nigeria. The measures include increased screening at airports, simulation exercises, monitoring of travellers from high-risk areas, and improved laboratory preparedness, though Ghana has not recorded any Ebola cases.
22 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
VP demands due process in Obuasi SHTS sexual abuse allegations
Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has called for due process in investigations into sexual abuse allegations against Obuasi Senior High Technical School Headmaster Zakaria Abdulai, describing the matter as serious and of concern to all.
22 October 2026 · The Chronicle →

Wednesday 21 October

Ghana intensifies Ebola surveillance after cases in Nigeria, Kenya
Ghana's Ministry of Health has strengthened surveillance and screening at points of entry following Ebola cases reported in Kenya and Nigeria, citing frequent air travel between the countries as a heightened risk factor. The country has not recorded any Ebola cases but is preparing for early detection and management of suspected infections.
21 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana increases Ebola surveillance after Kenya and Nigeria cases
Ghana's Ministry of Health has intensified surveillance, airport screening and emergency preparedness following Ebola cases reported in Kenya and Nigeria, though Ghana has not recorded any cases. The ministry cited direct flights to Kenya and frequent travel to Nigeria as significant risks and is strengthening capacity for early detection and management of suspected infections.
21 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 18 October

Ghana evacuates 1,964 nationals from South Africa xenophobia
The government has published names of 1,964 Ghanaians evacuated from South Africa following xenophobic attacks. The GH¢49.72 million evacuation operation, which ran from May 27 to September 4, included chartered flights, accommodation, medical care, and reintegration support, with the government spending GH¢33.72 million and Engineers and Planners contributing GH¢16 million.
18 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 14 October

Jamaican tourism entrepreneur visits Ghana for regional collaboration
Roy Page, CEO of Asterix Tourism Services Limited, has arrived in Ghana to advance collaboration between Jamaica and Africa in tourism and community development, with a focus on launching community-based business initiatives and strengthening relationships between Jamaica and Ghana.
14 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
61 nurses depart for two-year contracts in Grenada
Sixty-one Ghanaian nurses have left for Grenada to begin two-year employment contracts under the government's Labour Exchange Programme. The Chief of Staff urged the nurses to maintain professionalism and good conduct to sustain such overseas opportunities for other health professionals.
14 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Former Malawi President arrives for Assemblies of God congress
Former Malawi President Dr Lazarus Chakwera has arrived in Accra to participate in the 10th Triennial World Congress of the World Assemblies of God Fellowship, accompanied by his wife. The congress runs from Wednesday to Friday and will feature morning sessions and gospel revival rallies at the Accra Sports Stadium.
14 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 12 October

Assemblies of God global chairman arrives for historic Accra congress
The Global Chairman of the World Assemblies of God Fellowship, Rev. Dominic Yeo, has arrived in Ghana for the 10th Triennial World Congress of Assemblies of God, opening October 14, 2026. The event, being held in Africa for the first time in the 115-year history of the fellowship, aims to discuss strategies for establishing one million additional churches by 2033.
12 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 10 October

GRA says system failure delayed customs receipt for passenger
The Ghana Revenue Authority says a GH¢807.68 customs duty assessed on a passenger's luggage at Accra International Airport was duly accounted for, with preliminary investigations finding that a temporary system failure disrupted payment processing and prevented immediate issuance of an official receipt.
10 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 8 October

GACL conducts full-scale emergency simulation exercise at Accra airport
Ghana Airports Company Limited will hold a full-scale emergency simulation exercise called "Falcon Eye 2026" at Accra International Airport on October 15, 2026, from 9:00am to 12 noon, to test the airport's preparedness and assess the effectiveness of its emergency plans as required by Ghana Civil Aviation Directives and ICAO standards.
8 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Wednesday 7 October

GACL to conduct airport emergency simulation exercise October 15
Ghana Airports Company Limited will hold a full-scale emergency simulation exercise at Accra International Airport on October 15, 2026, from 9 am to 12 noon. The exercise, called "FALCON EYE, 2026," will test the airport's emergency response plans and agencies' coordination in line with Ghana Civil Aviation Directives and ICAO requirements.
7 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 6 October

Techiman nurse granted GH¢100k bail in Ghana Jollof case
Salomey Awiti Bafoh, a 40-year-old nurse, was granted bail of GH¢100,000 with two sureties by Adenta Circuit Court after being remanded for allegedly aiding 'Ghana Jollof' to distribute false information online. She had been in custody for three weeks following her arrest on September 12, 2026.
6 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 5 October

Team Ghana departs for Angola Karting Africa Trophy
Team Ghana has departed Accra for Angola to compete in the 2026 Karting Africa Trophy, with races scheduled for October 10 and 11 in Benguela. The team comprises senior driver Jihad Armand and junior drivers Khloé Kusi-Asomah and Ezra Stephens, racing alongside 14 other countries.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →
GRA investigates alleged extortion by customs officer at airport
The Ghana Revenue Authority has opened an investigation after a TikToker alleged a Customs officer at Accra International Airport collected GH¢600 from her without issuing a receipt. The GRA said it took note of the allegation via social media and assured the public it would update findings once the investigation is complete.
5 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
GRA investigates alleged GH¢600 extortion by airport Customs officer
The Ghana Revenue Authority has launched an investigation into allegations that a Customs Officer at Accra International Airport collected GH¢600 from a passenger without issuing a receipt, based on a video posted by TikTok content creator Lady Rev. Adwoa Pretty. The GRA said it would update the public once the investigation is completed.
5 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
GACL requires pre-check luggage screening at Accra airport entrance
Passengers at Accra International Airport must now undergo luggage screening at the Departure Hall entrance before check-in, conducted by NACOC using scanning machines and sniffer dogs. GACL recommends arriving three hours before departure and notes that only ticketed passengers are permitted in the Departure Hall.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 3 October

NACOC begins pre-screening checks at Accra airport
Ghana Airports Company Limited has announced that the Narcotics Control Commission now conducts pre-screening checks at the entrance to the Departure Hall at Accra International Airport using scanning machines and sniffer dogs. Passengers are advised to arrive at least three hours before departure to allow time for security screening and other formalities.
3 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 2 October

OccupyGhana warns EOCO, BNI against using investigations as punishment
OccupyGhana has challenged the Economic and Organised Crime Office, Bureau of National Intelligence, and other investigative bodies to stop turning investigations into punishment, citing prolonged restrictions on liberty and property without criminal charges as raising serious concerns in a constitutional democracy. The group said the fight against corruption must be pursued strictly within the law and cited a High Court ruling unfreezing a company's accounts after finding EOCO had acted outside its statutory mandate.
2 October 2026 · The Chronicle →

Thursday 1 October

Court defers NAFCO trial pending decision on seized phones
A High Court in Accra has deferred the trial of former NAFCO CEO Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba and his wife Faiza Seidu Wuni, who face charges including fraud and stealing totalling GH¢62.6 million, to await its decision on an application for the release of mobile phones and personal effects seized from the accused.
1 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana hub for heroin transit and trafficking from Afghanistan
According to the 2025 Global Organized Crime Index, Ghana has emerged as both a transit and destination country for heroin trafficking, with the drug primarily originating from Afghanistan, imported by East African nationals, and repackaged for export to the United States by Ghanaian nationals working with Nigerian counterparts. The report notes that heroin distribution has expanded from urban centres of Accra and Tema to rural areas in northern Ghana, and raises concerns about corrupt officials facilitating movement through seaports and airports.
1 October 2026 · Daily Guide →