Tema Regional Police Command — law enforcement body conducting narcotics and human trafficking operations in Greater Accra, active in drug interception and festival security.
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The Tema Regional Police Command has warned that anyone who engages in violence or any act capable of disturbing the peace during this year’s Homowo Festival will face the full rigours of the law. …
Police warn against violence ahead of Tema Homowo FestivalJoy Online
The Tema Regional Police Command has warned that anyone who engages in violence or any act capable of disturbing the peace during this year’s Homowo Festival will face the full rigours of the law. …
Police caution against violence and disorder ahead of Homowo celebrationJoy Online
… He praised the officers for resisting the alleged inducement, describing their conduct as a demonstration of the Ghana Police Service’s commitment to professionalism, integrity and the fight against organised crime. “The Tema Regional Police Command remains resolute, vigilant and …
Police reject GH¢150,000 bribe after 5,000 parcels of suspected narcotics in TemaJoy Online
The Tema Regional Police Command has arrested 10 suspects in an intelligence-led operation targeting suspected cyber-enabled fraud at Mataheko-Afienya in the Greater Accra Region. …
Police arrest 10 over suspected cyber fraud, rescue 9 trafficking victims in AfienyaJoy Online
The Tema Regional Police Command has arrested two men after intercepting a truck carrying a large quantity of suspected Indian hemp during an intelligence-led operation at Afienya in the Greater Accra Region. …
Tema Police arrest two suspects over 56 sacks of suspected indian hemp at AfienyaJoy Online
… According to a statement issued by the Public Affairs Unit of the Tema Regional Police Command, Kpormeno was arrested on May 31, 2026, by personnel of the Tema Highway Patrol Unit after he allegedly failed to stop when signalled by police officers and attempted to evade arrest. …
Tema Circuit Court remands narcotics suspect into custodyThe Ghanaian Times
The Tema Regional Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old driver, Bismark Kpormeno, for possession of a large quantity of compressed plant materials suspected to be Indian hemp. …
Tema Police arrest driver, seize 12 sacks of suspected indian hempJoy Online
The Tema Regional Police Command has arrested a suspect, Bismark Kpormeno, for the alleged possession of large quantities of compressed plant materials suspected to be narcotic drugs. …
Tema Police intercept sacks of suspected Indian hemp; one arrestedThe Chronicle
The Tema Regional Police Command has arrested a truck driver and intercepted a large consignment of suspected narcotic substances during an operation along the Tema-Ada road. …
Tema Police Intercept Suspected Indian Hemp Haul; One ArrestedJoy Online
… The suspects were subsequently handed over to the Tema Police for further investigations and processing before the court. …
Fisheries Enforcement Unit arrests 2 inshore fishing operators at Tema Fishing HarbourGhana's Minority in Parliament has called for an independent parliamentary inquiry into the country's involvement in major narcotics trafficking cases under the NDC government, citing multiple drug seizures over the past 18 months including a 3.3-tonne cocaine consignment intercepted in March 2025 valued at over US$350 million.
14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Minority in Parliament has called for an independent parliamentary inquiry into the country's involvement in major narcotics trafficking cases under the NDC government, citing multiple drug seizures over the past 18 months including a 3.3-tonne cocaine consignment intercepted in March 2025 valued at over US$350 million.
14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Parliamentary Minority is demanding action on the alleged financiers and principal traffickers behind a US$350 million cocaine shipment seized at Pedu Junction in Cape Coast over a year ago. The Ranking Member on the Defence and Interior Committee noted that only the driver, a housemaid, and peripheral suspects have been arraigned, while the main figures remain unidentified and unpunished.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's parliamentary Minority is calling for an independent inquiry into the Ghana Maritime Authority's release of the MV Sankofa after it was found sailing under a forged flag in July 2025. The vessel was subsequently arrested in Senegal carrying narcotics, prompting questions about who authorized a reduced fine and the decision to allow it to sail without full cargo inspection.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Parliamentary Minority has raised alarm over Ghana's role as a transit hub for narcotics trafficking, with the Ranking Member on the Defence and Interior Committee stating that high-profile drug seizures linked to Ghana under the NDC government now exceed US$1 billion in less than two years. He cited major seizures including a 3.3-tonne cocaine consignment at Cape Coast valued at over US$350 million and other incidents involving cocaine and methamphetamine traced to the country.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's parliamentary Minority is calling for a full-scale independent inquiry into the country's emergence as a narcotics transit hub, citing high-profile drug seizures exceeding US$1 billion under the current NDC administration over the past 18 months, including a 3.3-tonne cocaine interception in Cape Coast and other major confiscations.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana police intercepted 866 parcels of suspected cocaine concealed in sacks of gari and konkonte at Tema Port on Wednesday, with an estimated street value of US$6.928 million. Three suspects—a Dutch national and two Ghanaians—were arrested and are assisting investigators in what police believe is a wider international drug trafficking network.
7 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Tema Regional Police Command arrested a taxi driver and seized four sacks of substances suspected to be Indian hemp during an anti-narcotics operation at Tsopoli in the Greater Accra Region on August 5, 2026. The arrest was made after officers received intelligence about vehicles transporting suspected Indian hemp; one vehicle evaded arrest while the taxi was intercepted following a pursuit aided by commercial motorbike riders.
6 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Tema Circuit Court has jailed Kingsley Ndifon, 29, and Emmanuel Akong, 25, for human trafficking and causing harm to 11 Nigerian nationals they held against their will. The suspects were arrested in August 2023 after police responded to a distress call and rescued the victims from a house in Tema.
6 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
Two men, Kingsley Ndifon and Emmanuel Akong, were convicted of human trafficking and causing harm after being arrested in August 2023 for trafficking Nigerian nationals into Ghana under false employment promises and forcing them into cybercrime. Police rescued 11 Nigerian nationals from confinement and recovered 16 laptops and an iPad from the suspects' residence.
5 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Tema Regional Police Command has appealed to residents to celebrate Homowo Festival peacefully, cautioning against violence and confrontations, particularly disputes over performing the traditional kpokpoi sprinkling. Police will provide security during the festival and deal with any criminal activities, and also urged factions involved in chieftaincy disputes to avoid provocation and violence.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Tema Regional Police Command warned that anyone engaging in violence or acts disturbing the peace during this year's Homowo Festival will face the full rigours of the law. The command cautioned individuals involved in chieftaincy disputes, landguard activities, and student-related conflicts against using the festival to foment trouble, and noted recurring tensions particularly over disputes on who has traditional authority to sprinkle kpokpoi, a key Homowo ritual.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Tema Regional Police Command has warned that anyone who engages in violence or acts capable of disturbing the peace during this year's Homowo Festival will face the full rigours of the law. The Command cautioned individuals involved in chieftaincy disputes, landguard activities and student-related conflicts against using the festival as an opportunity to foment trouble, and noted recurring tensions particularly over disputes regarding who has the traditional authority to sprinkle kpokpoi, a key Homowo ritual.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Police in Tema intercepted a truck carrying 5,039 compressed parcels of suspected narcotic substances at Afienya following intelligence, arrested two suspects, and rejected an alleged GH¢150,000 bribe offered by one of them to secure the cargo's release.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Tema Regional Police Command arrested 10 suspects in an intelligence-led operation against cyber-enabled fraud in Mataheko-Afienya, Greater Accra Region, and rescued nine suspected human trafficking victims. Officers recovered 28 laptop computers and nine mobile phones believed to have been used in fraudulent activities.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Tema Regional Police Command arrested two men after intercepting a truck carrying 56 maxi sacks containing about 80 wrapped parcels of plant material suspected to be narcotic drugs at Afienya. The driver and his mate are in custody while police search for an alleged consignment owner identified as "Red".
17 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A 37-year-old man has been remanded into police custody after being arrested with 12 sacks and 80 parcels of compressed plant material suspected to be Indian hemp; he is to reappear in court on 16 June 2026 as investigations continue.
8 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Tema Regional Police Command arrested a 30-year-old driver on May 31, 2026, after he failed to stop when signaled along the Tema-Ada road and was pursued to Bondase. Officers discovered twelve sacks and eighty parcels of compressed plant materials suspected to be Indian hemp in his container truck, allegedly loaded from Kpeve in the Volta Region and bound for Ada.
2 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Tema Regional Police Command arrested Bismark Kpormeno on 31 May 2026 after officers discovered twelve sacks and eighty parcels of compressed plant materials suspected to be narcotic drugs in his vehicle during a Tema–Ada road operation. The substance was allegedly loaded at Kpeve in the Volta Region and being transported to Ada.
2 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Tema Regional Police arrested truck driver Bismark Kpormeno on May 31, 2026, after intercepting a Hyundai container truck on the Tema-Ada road. The search uncovered twelve sacks and eighty parcels of compressed plant materials suspected to be Indian hemp, which police say was loaded at Kpeve in the Volta Region and bound for Ada.
2 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Fisheries Enforcement Unit arrested two inshore fishing operators at Tema Fishing Harbour for operating without valid licenses and improper use of fishing gear. The arrests are part of the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture's efforts to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing and ensure compliance with fisheries regulations.
2 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Zonda Tec Ghana has handed over a GWM POER pickup truck to the Tema Regional Police Command to boost law enforcement mobility across the district. The donation is part of Zonda's "Supporting Public Service, Strengthening Communities" initiative under its "Built in Ghana, Building Ghana" agenda.
1 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Four students from Ada Senior High Technical School—Raymond Gyamfi, 18, Oscar Amemoair, 18, Odartey Wilson, 18, and a juvenile—were arrested after a viral video showed a student brandishing a cutlass and allegedly threatening colleagues on campus. The arrests have renewed concerns about violence and aggression in second-cycle institutions across Ghana.
25 May 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Tema Regional Police Command is investigating the alleged murder of Ebenezer Kwabena Obiri, 47, and his wife Mary Anim, 35, found dead in their apartment at Saki on May 1, 2026. A suspected acquaintance identified as a person of interest is being pursued, with the victims found bearing severe cutlass wounds and signs of struggle, while their three-year-old child was spared.
5 May 2026 · Joy Online →
The Director General of Police Operations is investigating a confrontation between two Police teams at Shai Hills in the Greater Accra Region on Saturday, when an unsanctioned squad from Police Headquarters Operations Unit confronted Tema officers providing land security for a developer. COP Emmanuel Teye-Cudjoe has opened an investigation to establish how the unauthorized team was mobilized and who authorized the movement.
4 May 2026 · The Chronicle →