NACOC Hands Over $1.7 Million Worth of Seized Gold Bars to Ghana Gold Board

The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has handed over 17 gold bars, valued at $1.7 million, to the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod).

These gold bars were seized by officers of the Upper East Command of NACOC at the Paga Border Post from two Burkinabe nationals who were attempting to smuggle them out of the country.

The two individuals have also been charged with offences related to the transportation and illegal dealing of gold.

Speaking at the handover ceremony on Tuesday in Accra, the Minister for the Interior, Mr. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting GoldBod’s mandate to protect and regulate Ghana’s gold resources.

He assured GoldBod’s management of the Ministry’s continued support, enabling them to carry out their duties effectively.

The Chief Executive Officer of GoldBod, Mr. Sammy Gyamfi, expressed gratitude to the Director-General of NACOC for the successful handover.

He emphasised the importance of sustained inter-agency collaboration in safeguarding the integrity of Ghana’s mineral wealth.

“We are grateful for this successful operation and encourage continuous partnership among our security agencies to combat illegal gold smuggling,” he noted.

The handover ceremony was witnessed by the Chief Director of the Ministry, Mrs. Doreen Annan; the Director-General of NACOC, Brigadier General Maxwell Obuba Mantey; and other senior officials from NACOC and GoldBod.

Judith Twumwaa, ISD