Francis‑Xavier Kojo Sosu, the Member of Parliament for Madina and a member of Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee, has demanded a full inquiry into the seizure of a cocaine consignment worth roughly $260 million by French authorities. The drugs were discovered on Thursday, September 10, when customs officials in Dunkirk intercepted nearly 3.9 tonnes of cocaine hidden in a plastic‑waste container that had arrived from Ghana.
According to the French organised‑crime prosecutor’s office, part of the cargo was destined for Antwerp in Belgium. Sosu warned that the incident could tarnish Ghana’s hard‑earned international reputation for democratic governance and cooperation.
In a Facebook post on Sunday, September 13, the MP said the investigation must be treated with urgency. He praised President John Dramani Mahama and the National Democratic Congress government for their progress in positioning Ghana as a respected player on the world stage. Sosu also lauded Minister of Foreign Affairs Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa for strengthening the country’s image and projecting integrity and democratic values.
However, Sosu cautioned that “this hard‑earned reputation must not be dented by the actions of a few self‑serving individuals who may seek to illegally enrich themselves at the expense of the State.” He urged relevant Ghanaian authorities to establish the circumstances surrounding the shipment and determine whether any Ghanaian individuals or entities were involved in the alleged trafficking operation.
“Accordingly, I believe the reported seizure by French authorities of a cocaine consignment valued at approximately $260 million must be thoroughly investigated, and any persons found culpable must be brought to book,” he added.
The MP emphasized that anyone found to have played a role in the shipment must face the full force of the law, regardless of their position or connections. He called on Ghana’s institutions to protect the nation’s international standing through transparency, accountability and strict enforcement of the law.
Ghanaian authorities have yet to release a statement on the matter. The investigation’s outcome could influence the country’s diplomatic relations and its reputation as a reliable partner in international trade and security cooperation.
