Popular Ghanaian Food Brand Manager Remanded in Custody Over Alleged Drug Trafficking Attempt
NACOC Arrests High-Profile Businessman at Kotoka International Airport
In a major development that has shocked Ghana’s corporate world, the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has arrested and remanded a senior manager of a hugely popular Ghanaian packaged food brand for allegedly attempting to traffic illicit substances abroad.
The suspect was apprehended at Kotoka International Airport following an intelligence-led operation.
Official Confirmation and Arrest Details
Journalist Saddick Adams of Angel 102.9 FM broke the news on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, revealing that NACOC’s Deputy Director, Alexander Twum-Barimah, Esq., confirmed the incident on Angel TV.
The official stated that operatives tracked the businessman for some time before arresting him.
The arrest came after he attempted to transport substances concealed within packages of his own brand’s products.
“A manager of a ‘hugely popular Ghanaian packaged food brand’ has been remanded in custody for allegedly attempting to traffic illicit substances out of Ghana,” Saddick Adams wrote on Twitter.
Cocaine Concealed in Packaged Gari
Further reports have confirmed that the substance is cocaine, and the concealment method involved packaging the illicit drug within consignments of gari—a staple food widely consumed across Ghana.
The suspect, believed to be in charge of production, allegedly selected specific packages to hide the contraband before attempting to ship them overseas.
Timeline of Arrest Emerges
Subsequently, fresh details have emerged regarding the timeline. Popular content creator Clement Asamoah Yeboah of Gossips24 TV disclosed that NACOC actually arrested the manager on Saturday, February 7, 2026.
Authorities released him on Tuesday, February 10, following the constitutionally mandated 48-hour holding period. They then remanded him in custody as investigations intensified.
Additionally, investigators have also arrested multiple employees from the company’s packaging department in connection with the alleged scheme.
Company Responds
In the wake of the arrest, investigators picked up several top officials of the organisation, including the Chief Executive Officer, for questioning.
However, all denied any knowledge of the detained individual’s alleged activities. They subsequently issued statements to that effect, and authorities granted them bail.
Why the Anonymity?
Despite repeated prompting, Twum-Barimah declined to disclose the name of the brand or the arrested manager.
He maintained that the product is “hugely popular and widely used by Ghanaians on a daily basis,” but reiterated that ongoing investigations preclude further identifying details at this stage.
Public Reactions
Consequently, reactions have erupted across social media. Many Ghanaians have questioned how some businessmen amassed their wealth. They also suggest such men sometimes use legitimate enterprises as fronts for narcotics trafficking. Others have expressed frustration that authorities decided to withhold the suspect’s identity.
Investigations Continue
As of now, the suspect remains in custody assisting with investigations. NACOC has assured the public that all necessary forensic processes are underway. This includes examination of the seized substances and traceability assessments.
Conclusion
In conclusion, this arrest ranks among the most high-profile narcotics cases in recent memory. It has exposed the troubling intersection where legitimate commerce meets transnational organised crime.
Authorities have urged patience and have called on the public to volunteer credible information.
Further updates are expected as the case progresses through legal channels.
