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NACOC urges public support in fight against illicit drug trafficking
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Discover why authorities are emphasizing the crucial role of public information in the fight against illicit drug trafficking in Ghana.
The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) is urging the Ghanaian public to support efforts against illicit drug trafficking. This call comes amidst
Breaking2h ago•4 min read
Ghana in 'huge crisis' over addiction care as specialist shortage worsens - Dr Owusu-Antwi
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Ghana is grappling with a deepening crisis in addiction care, as a critical shortage of specialized professionals threatens the nation's response to
Dr. Ruth Owusu-Antwi, Acting Head of Psychiatry at KATH, has voiced serious concerns regarding Ghana's ability to combat rising substance abuse. The
8 Jul•5 min read
Ghana risks becoming a narco-state if drug networks infiltrate institutions - Prof Antwi-Danso
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Prof Antwi-Danso warns that recent drug trafficking attempts expose serious intelligence failures and could signal a deeper problem within Ghana's
Security analyst Prof Vladimir Antwi-Danso has issued a stark warning regarding Ghana's vulnerability to becoming a narco-state. His concerns stem
1 Jul•4 min read
Over 6,000 security service applicants fail first-ever drug screening - NACOC
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The inaugural drug screening for security service applicants has unveiled a significant challenge that demands immediate attention and strategic
Ghana's security services recently conducted their first-ever mandatory drug screening for applicants. This initiative aimed to ensure the integrity
6 May•3 min read
Ghana facing rising domestic narcotics use - NACOC boss tells Nigerian counterparts
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NACOC is partnering with Nigeria to combat a worrying rise in narcotics. What could this mean for Ghana's future?
Ghana's Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) is collaborating with Nigeria's National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). They are addressing the worrying trends in narcotics - but what exactly are they facing?
29 Jun•4 min read
World Drug Day: UPSA-RCC, NACOC study reveals high substance use among youth in La Nkwantanang-Madina Municipality
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As Ghana observes World Drug Day, a recent study sheds light on a pressing issue among the youth in the La Nkwantanang-Madina Municipality.
Ghana marked World Drug Day with renewed calls for action against substance abuse, a global issue affecting millions and posing a significant public
Breaking2h ago•5 min read
Deadly Doses II: Ghana's drug problem has become a public health crisis, Criminologist says
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Ghana's drug problem is undergoing a concerning transformation, making detection and control increasingly difficult for authorities.
A criminologist from KNUST, Dr. Jones Opoku-Ware, warns that Ghana's drug problem has evolved beyond a criminal justice issue. The changing
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