NACOC Arrests Alleged Drug Queen in Budumburam Raid

The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has arrested a 32-year-old woman, identified as Rebecca Afia Naa Dei Kotei, popularly known as “Mother,” during an anti-narcotics operation at Budumburam and surrounding communities in the Gomoa East Municipality of the Central Region.

The operation, carried out on Friday, January 16, 2026, forms part of NACOC’s nationwide campaign to clamp down on drug trafficking and substance abuse.

According to NACOC officials, the suspect is believed to be a key figure in the local drug trade and had previously evaded arrest despite being on the commission’s intelligence and surveillance radar. Opinion leaders in the area reportedly described her as a notorious dealer within the enclave.

During the raid, officers seized quantities of suspected cannabis, tramadol, and other controlled substances, along with items believed to be linked to drug peddling activities. Several complaints had earlier been lodged with the Commission regarding alleged criminal activities by some of the suspects now in custody.

NACOC has assured the public of its continued commitment to making Ghana drug-free and stated that all suspects arrested during the operation will be processed for court in accordance with the law.