NACOC Arrests 10 KTU Students Over Alleged Cannabis-Infused Products Sales

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NACOC Arrests 10 KTU Students Over Alleged Trafficking of Cannabis-Infused Products

The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has arrested ten students of Koforidua Technical University (KTU) for allegedly producing, distributing and selling cannabis-infused drinks and ice creams during the Students’ Representative Council (SRC) Hall Week celebrations.

The arrests followed an intelligence-led operation conducted by NACOC as part of its ongoing efforts to combat illicit drug trafficking across Ghana. According to the Commission, the operation took place during the university’s Hall Week festivities held between July 31 and August 1, 2026.

Authorities identified 23-year-old Priscilla Tetteh as the alleged ringleader. She was arrested together with nine other students while they were allegedly selling the cannabis-infused products to students and visitors attending the celebrations.

NACOC Investigates Alleged Campus Distribution Network

NACOC Arrests 10 KTU Students Over Alleged Cannabis-Infused Products Sales Nukunya

Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspects may have established an organised network responsible for producing, distributing and selling cannabis-laced food and beverages on campus.

NACOC said the alleged operation raises serious concerns about the health and safety of students, particularly as such products were reportedly being sold during a large campus event attended by many young people.

The Commission described the arrests as a significant breakthrough in disrupting what it believes is an emerging criminal enterprise that allegedly used university social activities as a platform to promote narcotic consumption.

Commission Warns Against Cannabis-Infused Edibles

NACOC reiterated that cannabis-infused foods, beverages and other edible products containing controlled substances remain illegal under Ghanaian law.

The Commission warned that anyone found manufacturing, possessing, distributing or selling such products could face criminal prosecution. It also expressed concern over what it described as the increasing commercialisation of narcotic substances under the guise of entertainment and entrepreneurship.

NACOC urged educational institutions to remain environments dedicated to learning rather than becoming channels for drug-related activities.

The Commission further appealed to parents, university authorities, student leaders and the general public to support the fight against illicit drugs by reporting suspected drug-related activities to the appropriate authorities.

The ten suspects remain in NACOC custody and are expected to be processed in accordance with Ghanaian law as investigations continue.