NPP demands answers over foreign aircraft and cocaine seizures in Cape Coast and Sekondi
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) is demanding answers from the government over the unexplained presence of two foreign aircraft in Ghana and the lack of updates on two major cocaine seizures.
In a statement issued on April 6, 2025, and signed by its Director of Communications, Mr Richard Ahiagbah, the party raised concerns about AirMed flight N823AM and the Cavok Air Antonov An-12B, both of which reportedly developed faults while in Ghana.
The NPP claims the government’s response thus far has failed to address the public’s concerns.
“The story about the two jets is baffling,” the party said. “The government must explain the purpose of the aircraft and the nature of their cargo. Ghanaians deserve to know whether these planes were involved in any illegal activity.”
Mr Ahiagbah described the explanation provided by Mr Felix Kwakye Ofosu, who spoke on behalf of the government, as inadequate.
He said Mr Kwakye Ofosu’s comments were “scanty and primarily defensive,” which he believes has only increased public suspicion.
The NPP also cited a call by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), which has reportedly urged the government to investigate the purpose of the flights.
Beyond the aircraft, the party is also asking for updates on two separate cocaine seizures. One involved a $350 million cocaine bust in Cape Coast, and the other a $150 million seizure in Sekondi, the latter allegedly linked to a member of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC).
The party claims that Mr Kwakye Ofosu failed to respond to public calls for clarity on these cases.
“The silence on these high-profile arrests undermines public trust, particularly given the alleged involvement of a senior member of the NDC,” the statement said.
Mr Ahiagbah warned that downplaying matters related to drug trafficking and money laundering could damage Ghana’s international reputation.
“The international community is watching, and Ghana cannot afford to be seen as unwilling or unable to deal with transnational crime,” he stated.
The NPP says it will continue to demand accountability from the government, stressing that the public has a right to clear and honest information.
Read below the full statement:
