The Chairman of the Defense and Interior Committee of Parliament, James Agalga, has called on his colleague John Ntim Fordjour, the Ranking Member of the committee, to adhere to President John Dramani Mahama ’s directive regarding recent allegations of drug trafficking and money laundering involving two aircraft.
The directive, which, seeks Fordjour’s cooperation with security agencies investigating allegations of drug trafficking and money laundering involving two aircraft at Kotoka International Airport.
The controversy stems from claims that two aircraft—Airmed Flight N823 AM and Cavok Air Antonov AN12B—were involved in illicit activities. These allegations have sparked concerns about Ghana’s international reputation and the integrity of its security systems.
Agalga emphasized that such matters transcend parliamentary oversight and require direct collaboration with investigative bodies to uncover the truth.
In a letter dated April 2, 2025, Agalga acknowledged Fordjour’s request for a joint briefing involving the National Security, Police CID, Narcotics Control Commission, and National Investigations Bureau.
He noted “the allegation made by your good self in relation to drug trafficking and money laundering with the involvement of two aircraft namely; Kotoka Airport border on the commission of crime”.
However, he stressed that the nature of the allegations demands action beyond parliamentary discussions.
“It is important that you collaborate with the security agencies to expose any wrongdoing and also to Airmed Flight N823 AM and Cavok Air Antonov AN12B which landed at the safeguard the reputation of our beloved country,” Agalga stated.
He assured that once Parliament reconvenes, “urgent steps would be taken to invite these agencies and the National Security Coordinator to present their findings to the committee”.
Background:
Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, MP for Assin South, raised concerns about two suspicious flights Airmed Flight N823 AM and Cavok Air Antonov AN12B—that landed at Kotoka International Airport. These flights originated from Gran Canaria, Spain, a known hub for drug trafficking and money laundering.
Fordjour questioned the extended stay of these aircraft in Ghana without apparent legitimate activities, sparking fears of illicit cargo transport.
President Mahama’s Directive: In response, President John Dramani Mahama directed security agencies, including the Narcotics Control Commission, Police CID, National Investigations Bureau, and National Security Coordinator, to collaborate with Fordjour to investigate these allegations thoroughly.
President Mahama emphasized Ghana’s zero-tolerance policy for drug trafficking and the need for transparency in the investigation
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