By GhanaNewsPage 
Denu, Ghana — In a significant security breakthrough, the Denu-Torkor Circuit Court in Ghana’s Volta Region has remanded two individuals into custody over their alleged involvement in the illegal trafficking of ammunition across the border into neighbouring Togo.
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Suspects Identified in Cross-Border Arms Operation
The suspects, identified as Yameglo Kossi and Nyameglo Kossi Attitsogbe, were apprehended while allegedly attempting to smuggle a cache of ammunition from Aflao — a prominent Ghanaian border town — into Lomé, the capital of Togo.
Attitsogbe, aged 46, is believed to be the principal figure behind the smuggling attempt, with Yameglo Kossi reportedly serving as the tricycle operator transporting the concealed goods along an unauthorized route known locally as Beat 7.
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How the Interception Happened
Security officials from multiple agencies executed a targeted inspection on the unapproved Beat 7 route, which has long been flagged for suspicious movement of contraband. It was during this checkpoint operation that the authorities uncovered 29 packs of ammunition, hidden carefully among bags of clothes and personal items.
Among the seized items were 25 shells of AAA Redstar shotgun cartridges, a type of ammunition often used in hunting and security operations. Authorities suspect the concealment strategy was an effort to slip through the porous border unnoticed.
Cross-Agency Collaboration Leads to Successful Arrest
The arrest and seizure were the result of a coordinated intelligence-led operation spearheaded by the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons (NACSA). The operation brought together the Ghana Police Service, the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), the Ghana Immigration Service, and the Defence Intelligence Unit of the Ghana Armed Forces.
“This collaborative effort is a testament to our commitment to safeguarding national and regional security,” stated NACSA in a press release. “The interception underscores the critical importance of cross-agency collaboration in addressing the growing threat of illicit arms and ammunition trafficking, and reinforces the need for heightened vigilance across border communities.”
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Further Investigations Reveal Regulatory Breach in Accra
Investigations following the arrest revealed that the ammunition was purchased from a licensed arms and ammunition dealer based in Accra. However, it was discovered that the dealer had violated multiple regulatory guidelines, including selling ammunition quantities beyond legally sanctioned limits.
This aspect of the case has prompted a wider probe into arms dealers operating within Ghana, as NACSA and the Police Service seek to clamp down on both the supply and demand sides of the illicit arms market.
Court Proceedings and Next Steps
Both suspects are set to reappear in court on April 24, 2025, as investigations continue. Authorities are currently working to uncover the broader network behind the smuggling, and additional arrests may follow.
“This is not an isolated case,” an official familiar with the operation told local media. “Smuggling activities along the Ghana-Togo corridor have been under the radar for some time now, and we are committed to identifying every link in the chain.”
NACSA’s Call for Vigilance and Community Support
NACSA has renewed its call for citizens, especially those living in border communities, to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities. The Commission emphasized that community involvement is essential in curbing the trafficking of arms and ensuring the safety of both Ghanaian and neighbouring populations.
“We must treat this as a national security concern,” NACSA noted. “Arms trafficking poses a real threat to peace and stability across the West African sub-region. We urge all Ghanaians to support our efforts by staying informed and reporting illegal activities.”
The recent arrests highlight the persistent threat of illegal arms trafficking in Ghana and the need for proactive border security. As authorities work to dismantle the networks involved, the success of this operation demonstrates that coordinated intelligence and community vigilance can make a substantial impact in protecting national security.
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