Deputy Director-General of the Narcotics Control Commission, commenting on drug cases and governance issues including former Chief Justice Torkornoo's trial and NPP disciplinary proceedings.
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The Deputy Director-General of the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), Alexander Twum-Barimah, has dismissed claims by suspended former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo that she was subjected to an unfair trial process, insisting that the constitutional procedures governing her …
Getrude Torkornoo’s claims of unfair trial lacks basis – Twum-BarimahJoy Online
The Deputy Director-General of NACOC, Alexander Twum-Barimah, says there is nothing wrong with the New Patriotic Party (NPP) referring former presidential aspirant and Assin Central stalwart, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, to its disciplinary committee if it believes he has breached par …
Dragging Kennedy Agyapong to disciplinary committee is not wrong – Twum-BarimahJoy Online
… The discussion panel will feature Alexander Twum-Barimah, Deputy Director-General of the Narcotics Control Commission; physician and political activist Dr Arthur Kobina Kennedy; constitutional rights and policy strategy adviser at Democracy Hub, Oliver-Barker Vormawor; and the Me …
Livestream: Newsfile discusses Torkornoo case, Larry Dogbe jail, $208m meth bust and ‘Ken Must Go’Joy Online
… The discussion panel featured Alexander Twum-Barimah, Deputy Director-General of the Narcotics Control Commission; physician and political activist Dr Arthur Kobina Kennedy; constitutional rights and policy strategy adviser at Democracy Hub, Oliver-Barker Vormawor; and the Member …
Playback: Newsfile discussed Torkornoo case, Larry Dogbe jail, $208m meth bust and ‘Ken Must Go’Joy Online
… The Deputy Director-General of the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), Alexander Twum-Barimah, disclosed this while discussing the development on JoyFm Super Morning Show on Thursday. …
Five Central University students remanded over alleged cannabis-infused productsJoy Online
… The Deputy Director-General of NACOC, Alexander Twum-Barimah, announced the initiative amid ongoing efforts to combat drug-related offences and dismantle trafficking networks in the country. …
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… The Deputy Director-General of NACOC, Alexander Twum-Barimah, disclosed on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show on Thursday, June 25, that the latest breakthrough forms part of ongoing investigations into the international drug trafficking operation involving approximately 320 kilogrammes …
NACOC uncovers new suspects in Australia-bound meth trafficking caseJoy Online
… Speaking in an interview with Adom News, the Deputy Director-General of NACOC, Lawyer Alexander Twum-Barimah, disclosed that the Commission had made significant progress in investigations into the case involving approximately 320 kilograms of methamphetamine intercepted by Austra …
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… The NACOC delegation included the Deputy Director-General in charge of Enforcement, Control and Elimination, Lawyer Alexander Twum-Barimah, as well as other members of the Commission’s management team. …
NACOC partners GJA to combat substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking in GhanaJoy Online
… The delegation included the Deputy Director-General in charge of Enforcement, Control and Elimination, Lawyer Alexander Twum-Barimah, and other members of the Commission’s management team.
Chief Imam Sheikh Sharubutu warns against rising drug abuse ahead of 2026 World Drug DayAlexander Twum-Barimah, Deputy Director-General of the Narcotics Control Commission, has dismissed suspended former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo's claims of an unfair trial, stating that constitutional procedures were followed and that she was served with documents, allowed to respond within about 10 days, and given opportunity to be heard.
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Alexander Twum-Barimah, Deputy Director-General of the Narcotics Control Commission, has dismissed suspended former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo's claims of an unfair trial, stating that constitutional procedures were followed and that she was served with documents, allowed to respond within about 10 days, and given opportunity to be heard.
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Alexander Twum-Barimah, Deputy Director-General of NACOC, says the NPP's referral of Kennedy Agyapong to its disciplinary committee is justified if he breached party rules, but argues the party should also address the substantive issues Agyapong has raised rather than focusing only on discipline.
21 hours ago · Joy Online →
Joy Online reports that Newsfile, a Saturday broadcast show hosted by Samson Lardy Anyenini, will convene a panel of experts to discuss recent developments including the ECOWAS Court's dismissal of former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo's application, the jailing of Herald managing editor Larry Dogbe, a $208 million methamphetamine seizure linked to Ghana, and the "Ken Must Go" campaign calling for NPP stalwart Kennedy Agyapong's dismissal from the party.
26 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Newsfile programme will discuss recent legal and governance developments including the ECOWAS Court's dismissal of former Chief Justice Torkornoo's application, the jailing of Herald Managing Editor Larry Dogbe, a $208 million methamphetamine seizure linked to Ghana, and the "Ken Must Go" campaign calling for NPP stalwart Kennedy Agyapong's dismissal from the party.
26 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Five Central University students arrested over alleged involvement in the sale and distribution of cannabis and cannabis-infused products have been remanded by the court and are expected to reappear next week. Authorities are investigating the full extent of the operation and seeking to trace the supply chain.
25 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Narcotics Control Commission will roll out an intensive anti-drug abuse campaign across school campuses nationwide starting June 26, focusing on educational institutions and tertiary campuses as part of efforts to curb rising drug abuse among young people. The Deputy Director-General said the strategy prioritises education and counselling, and called for collaboration from educational authorities, civil society organisations and community leaders.
25 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Narcotics Control Commission has identified additional suspects linked to an attempted export of approximately 320 kilogrammes of methamphetamine to Australia, following the arrest of an alleged kingpin. The Deputy Director-General said steps are underway to apprehend the newly identified individuals as part of ongoing investigations into the international drug trafficking operation.
25 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Narcotics Control Commission has arrested the alleged kingpin linked to the attempted export of approximately 320 kilograms of methamphetamine to Australia that was intercepted by Australian authorities, while continuing to pursue other suspects involved in the international drug trafficking operation.
24 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Narcotics Control Commission is seeking closer collaboration with the Ghana Journalists Association to strengthen public education against substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking, particularly among young people. The partnership was discussed during a courtesy visit ahead of this year's World Drug Day celebration.
14 June 2026 · Joy Online →
National Chief Imam Sheikh Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu has expressed concern over rising drug abuse among young people, calling it a major threat to the nation's future that requires urgent collective action. NACOC leadership visited him ahead of the 2026 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, scheduled for June 26 at UPSA Main Auditorium.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →