President John Mahama has directed the National Security and other relevant authorities to launch a full-scale investigation into two aircraft suspected of smuggling cocaine and cash into Ghana.
The flights in question—AirMed flight N823AM and Cavok Air’s Antonov An-12B—allegedly arrived at Kotoka International Airport from Gran Canaria, Spain, before departing on March 25, 2025.
The directive follows concerns raised by the Minority in Parliament, who believe the flights—an air ambulance and a private jet—may have been involved in drug trafficking or money laundering.
My attention has been drawn to allegations made at a press conference by an honourable member of parliament, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, regarding two suspicious flights arriving at the Kotoka International Airport suspected to be involved in drug trafficking and money laundering.…
— John Dramani Mahama (@JDMahama) April 1, 2025
At a press conference on Tuesday, Assin South MP Rev. John Ntim Fordjour revealed that intelligence reports suggested the AirMed flight N823AM, an air ambulance, did not transport any patients but allegedly carried suspicious cargo, potentially containing cocaine and large sums of US dollars.
Rev. Fordjour, who serves as the Ranking Member of the Defence and Interior Committee, also pointed out that a private jet, Antonov 12B, landed on March 12 and departed the same day as the air ambulance, further intensifying suspicions.
In response, President Mahama emphasized the need for urgent clarification, instructing security agencies to collaborate fully with the lawmaker to uncover the truth.
Rev. Fordjour is expected to provide all relevant information to assist in the investigation and ensure any illicit activities are exposed.
“This matter requires urgent clarification. I have instructed the appropriate agencies to investigate and provide a full report on these flights,” President Mahama stated in a tweet.
The President also underscored the importance of transparency and accountability in protecting national security.
“We must not allow Ghana’s airspace to be exploited for illicit activities. This investigation will ensure we uphold the integrity of our aviation sector,” he affirmed.
