The Denu-Torkor Circuit Court in Ghana’s Volta Region has taken swift action by remanding two individuals into custody for their suspected involvement in the unlawful transportation of ammunition from Aflao to Lomé, Togo. The suspects, identified as Yameglo Kossi and 46-year-old Nyameglo Kossi Attitsogbe, were apprehended following security checks along an unauthorized route known as Beat 7. Attitsogbe, the principal suspect, was allegedly transporting concealed ammunition using a tricycle operated by the co-accused.
During the operation, authorities discovered 29 packs of ammunition, comprising 25 rounds of AAA Redstar shotgun cartridges. The ammunition was cleverly hidden in four sacks containing clothing and personal effects in an attempt to evade detection. This alarming find led to the collaboration of various agencies including the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons (NACSA), the Ghana Police Service, the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority, the Ghana Immigration Service, and the Defence Intelligence of the Ghana Armed Forces.
Further investigations revealed that Attitsogbe had obtained the ammunition from a licensed arms and ammunition dealer based in Accra. However, the dealer was found to have violated regulatory protocols by selling quantities that exceeded legal limits. The two suspects are scheduled to appear before the court on 24th April 2025 as the police continue their investigations.
NACSA has reaffirmed its commitment to working with law enforcement to identify individuals and networks involved in the illicit trade and smuggling of arms and ammunition. In a statement, the Commission emphasized the importance of cross-agency collaboration in combating the growing threat of illicit arms trafficking and urged licensed dealers to strictly adhere to regulatory requirements to prevent arms diversion that could fuel organized crime and conflict.
The Small Arms Commission has urged the public to report any illegal possession or movement of weapons to enhance national security efforts. Information can be shared by contacting National Security on 999, the Ghana Police Service on 18555, or the Small Arms Commission via telephone or WhatsApp on +233 599 070 944. This collective effort is crucial in maintaining peace and safety within the region.
