ACG Demands Parliamentary Probe Into AirMed N823AM Flight and Cocaine Arrests

Accra, Ghana – April 10, 2025 – The Advocacy for Citizens Ghana (ACG) has called on the Speaker of Parliament, Right Hon. Alban Kingsford Bagbin, to establish a bipartisan committee to investigate the controversial arrival of AirMed N823AM in Ghana and its possible links to recent cocaine seizures in Takoradi and Cape Coast.

The civil society organization argues that the government’s response to the matter has been inconsistent, fueling public suspicion. The ACG is advocating for a non-partisan committee, comprising the Parliamentary Committees on Transport, Foreign Affairs, and Interior, to lead an independent inquiry into the aircraft’s presence in Ghana and its alleged ties to drug trafficking and money laundering.

Concerns Over Government’s Handling

Since the scandal surfaced, the government has struggled to provide clear answers regarding the purpose of the AirMed N823AM flight. According to the ACG, government spokesperson Hon. Felix Kwakye Ofosu has repeatedly contradicted himself when addressing concerns raised by the Minority Caucus in Parliament.

“The inconsistencies in government responses warrant a thorough investigation to determine the real purpose of the aircraft’s visit and clarify which plane was in Ghana,” ACG stated in its press release.

The organization also highlighted the international ramifications of the issue, noting that Ghana’s reputation as a potential hub for drug trafficking has come under scrutiny. The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has urged the Ghanaian government to investigate the AirMed flight and the recent cocaine seizures valued at half a billion dollars.

Parliament Urged to Act

ACG insists that Parliament, as the country’s second arm of government, has a duty to ensure transparency and accountability. The organization believes Parliament has the necessary expertise to conduct a credible investigation and hold those responsible accountable.

In its concluding remarks, ACG reiterated its demand for an urgent probe into:

• The presence of AirMed N823AM in Ghana for five days.
• The government’s inconsistent communication on the issue.
• The cocaine arrests in Takoradi and Cape Coast.

“The citizens of Ghana deserve to know the truth,” the statement emphasized.

The press release was signed by ACG officials, including Secretary/Convener Yaw Marvin, Director of Research Akwasi Tweneboah Koduah, Policy Analyst Yaw Afari, and Director of Communication Frederick Boahene.