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Joy Online
… Speaking at a World Drug Day seminar in Wa, Mr Napane said the fight against drug abuse could no longer be left solely in the hands of security agencies, stressing that the battle must begin in the classroom. …
‘Go back and save them’ – Upper West NACOC boss charges school counsellors to tackle drug abuseJoy Online
… Ahead of the 2026 World Drug Day commemoration, NACOC organised a seminar for guidance counsellors and teachers in the Ashanti Region to equip them with the skills needed to identify, manage and support students struggling with substance abuse. …
NACOC raises alarm over rising drug abuse among SHS students, links trend to indisciplineThe Chronicle
… He also extended an official invitation to the National House of Chiefs to participate in this year’s World Drug Day commemoration, scheduled for June 26, 2026, at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA). …
NACOC Enlists National House of Chiefs in Renewed Fight Against Rising Drug AbuseJoy Online
… It formed part of the activities marking this year’s World Drug Day celebrations at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA). …
NACOC intensifies anti-drug operations with search and public education at Accra bus terminalsJoy Online
… The visit formed part of preparations for this year’s World Drug Day celebration, which will be observed under the theme: “World Drug Problem: Persisting Issues, New Challenges, Innovative Responses.” It also served as a platform for both institutions to explore ways of strengthe …
NACOC partners GJA to combat substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking in GhanaPresident John Dramani Mahama and the Narcotics Control Commission urged Ghana's youth to abstain from drugs at the 2026 World Drug Day commemoration in Accra, saying drug abuse would ruin their lives and families.
1 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
President John Dramani Mahama and the Narcotics Control Commission urged Ghana's youth to abstain from drugs at the 2026 World Drug Day commemoration in Accra, saying drug abuse would ruin their lives and families.
1 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana marked World Drug Day on June 26 with stakeholders calling for stronger action against substance abuse among young people. A baseline study by the University of Professional Studies, Accra and the Narcotics Control Commission examined youth substance use in the La Nkwantanang-Madina Municipality.
29 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The CEO of Bahas Mental Home in Upper West says the facility receives new patients almost every day due to substance abuse, with admissions arriving from across the country. Inmates have appealed for sustained support and medications, saying the growing patient load has strained available resources.
29 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ashanti Regional Health Directorate reports an alarming rise in synthetic drug abuse, with cannabis and alcohol accounting for over 55% of substance-induced psychiatric admissions. Emergency rooms have seen a 30% increase in acute psychosis cases linked to cheap synthetic mixtures over the past 12 months.
26 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bel-Aqua Care Foundation has donated GH¢120,000 to NACOC to support training of approximately 800 counsellors in Senior High Schools across Ghana's 16 regions to strengthen drug abuse prevention and provide counselling to students in need.
26 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The government has provided the Narcotics Control Commission with mobile drug detection devices and is replacing body intrusive scanners at Kotoka International Airport in collaboration with the Kingdom of the Netherlands, according to NACOC's Director-General, to enhance Ghana's capacity to detect and prevent illicit drug trafficking.
26 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Narcotics Control Commission has arrested the alleged kingpin and two accomplices linked to an international drug trafficking syndicate that shipped 320 kilograms of methamphetamine worth US$296 million to Australia. The arrests followed a three-month intelligence-led investigation after Australian Federal Police intercepted the methamphetamine concealed in charcoal bags at Port Botany in Sydney.
26 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 and UHAS Basic School called for sustained investment in youth empowerment, education and community engagement as tools against drug abuse and trafficking, during the school's third World Drug Day celebration in Ho.
25 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Narcotics Control Commission and Bureau of National Investigations have arrested a Ghanaian woman identified as the lead shipper of 320kg of methamphetamine intercepted in Australia. Authorities are tracking at least ten other suspects in connection with the shipment.
24 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Upper West Regional Commander of NACOC has called on guidance and counselling coordinators to be the first line of defence against drug abuse among students, particularly the growing misuse of tramadol and unprescribed substances. At a World Drug Day seminar in Wa, he stressed that the fight against drug abuse must begin in classrooms and urged counsellors to identify and support struggling students.
24 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Narcotics Control Commission has raised concerns about growing illicit drug abuse among young people in senior high schools, linking the trend to indiscipline and poor academic behaviour. The Ashanti Regional Office organized a seminar for guidance counsellors and teachers to equip them with skills to identify and support students struggling with substance abuse.
24 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Narcotics Control Commission has engaged the National House of Chiefs to help tackle drug abuse, particularly among youth. The NACOC Director-General warned that individuals aged 20–29 are the largest group of drug users and that cannabis is the most widely abused substance in Ghana.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Narcotics Control Commission carried out large-scale searches and public education at major bus terminals across Accra on June 18, using its K9 Unit and Education Department to intercept illicit drugs and raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse and legal consequences.
18 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 →