2 weeks Ago By Ghana News
Some of the ammunition that was intercepted Two people have been arrested at Ghana’s border with Togo at Aflao, attempting to traffic ammunition to Lomé through an unapproved route. According to a post shared on Facebook by the Small Arms Commission on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, the suspects were attempting to smuggle 29 packs of AAA Redstar shotgun cartridges from Aflao to Lomé. The commission indicated that it intercepted the ammunition in a joint operation with the Ghana Police Service, the Customs Division of the GRA, the Ghana Immigration Service, and the Defence Intelligence of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF).
It stated that the ammunition was acquired by the suspects in Accra from a dealer who sold the ammunition beyond the legally mandated level. “Investigations revealed that the ammunition, concealed in sacks alongside clothing, was purchased from a licensed arms and ammunition dealer based in Accra, who was found to be non-compliant with regulatory guidelines and had sold quantities exceeding the legally permitted limit,” the commission wrote on Facebook. It added, “The suspects have since been remanded by the Denu-Torkor Circuit Court, and further investigations are ongoing.
” It went on to caution dealers against the sale of guns and ammunition beyond the legally permitted levels. “The Small Arms Commission calls on all licensed arms and ammunition dealers to strictly comply with the regulations governing their operations, as adherence to these regulations is critical in preventing the diversion of arms and ammunition, which could fuel organised crime and conflicts. “Our efforts depend on the valuable information provided by the public.
If you witness anything suspicious or have any information regarding arms, speak up and help protect our nation,” they added. Read the post below: BAI/AE Ever heard of a colonial fort with a children’s dungeon and a unique shrine for the slaves? Find out the details with Etsey Atisu as he toured Fort William at Anomabo below:.
