Ghana’s war on drugs gets a boost as Narcotics Control Commission recruits graduate

In a significant milestone for Ghana’s fight against illicit drugs, a new batch of recruits for the Narcotics Control Commission has graduated from the Naval Recruit Training School at Nutekpor in the Volta Region.

Delivering a keynote address at the ceremony, Alhaji Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, Minister for the Interior, charged the graduating recruits to remain steadfast in their mission to protect the country from the scourge of illicit drugs and emphasized that the recruits’ badge is a stewardship of hope and should never be used as a ticket for impunity.

“Your actions must symbolize justice, compassion, integrity and the resolve that upholds the core values of the Commission.  “I implore you to resist corruption, uphold confidentiality, be diligent, and honour the oath enshrined in Section 35 of the Narcotics Control Commission Act of 2020,’ the Minister stated.

He assured the recruits of his full commitment to supporting the Commission in realising its objectives, promising to provide the necessary logistics and policy direction to guarantee success. He also saluted the staff and instructors for their discipline, professionalism and sacrifice in moulding the recruits into what they are today.

The graduating recruits have undergone rigorous training in key intelligence activities, drug pharmacology, profiling techniques, document fraud detection and tactical security operations. They are now equipped to take on the challenges of combating illicit drug trafficking and abuse in Ghana.

As they embark on their new roles, the Minister urged the recruits to rise to the occasion and let their actions reflect the strength and core values of their training. “Let every citizen feel your presence, your protection and your resolve to make Ghana great,” he said.

The Minister congratulated the recruits on behalf of the President of the Republic and wished them all the best in their new working environment. “Go forth with purpose, serve with honour, and never forget that when you protect our motherland from drugs, you protect her future,” Muntaka stated.

The graduation ceremony marks a significant step forward in Ghana’s fight against illicit drugs, and the recruits are expected to play a key role in the country’s efforts to combat the menace.

The passing out ceremony, which high-ranking government officials and security personnel attended, marked the culmination of six months of intense training for the recruits.