Makola‑based lawyer and lecturer at the Ghana School of Law, Bobby Banson, warned on JoyNews’ Newsfile that Ghana faces a growing threat of becoming a narcotics trafficking hub if recent drug‑related issues are not tackled swiftly.
Banson described the situation as a “national embarrassment,” noting that France has expressed doubts about Ghana’s reliability in sharing information on drug trafficking, a stance that could erode trust and harm Ghanaian travellers abroad.
He highlighted that passengers from some African countries already endure heightened security checks at European airports, with dogs and intensified screening, and cautioned that Ghana could soon find itself in a similar bracket if its reputation worsens.
Calling for a non‑partisan response, Banson urged political leaders to avoid turning the narcotics problem into a partisan contest, stressing that foreign authorities would treat all Ghanaians alike regardless of party affiliation.
He concluded that the nation’s international standing and the safety of its citizens hinge on a collective, national‑interest‑driven strategy to curb drug trafficking.
