President John Mahama has called on National Security and the relevant authorities to kick off a thorough investigation into two aircraft that are suspected of smuggling cocaine and cash into Ghana.

The flights under scrutiny—AirMed flight N823AM and Cavok Air’s Antonov An-12B—are said to have landed at Kotoka International Airport after coming from Gran Canaria, Spain, before taking off again on March 25, 2025.

Parliamentary Concerns Spark Probe
This directive comes in light of serious concerns raised by the Minority in Parliament, who believe that the two aircraft—an air ambulance and a private jet—might be linked to drug trafficking or money laundering.

During a press conference on Tuesday, Assin South MP Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, who serves as the Ranking Member of the Defence and Interior Committee, shared intelligence indicating that:

AirMed flight N823AM, the air ambulance, reportedly didn’t transport any patients but instead carried suspicious cargo thought to contain cocaine and US dollars.

The private jet, Antonov 12B, landed on March 12 and took off the same day as the air ambulance, which has raised even more eyebrows.

President Mahama’s Directive
In light of these concerns, President Mahama has directed security agencies to promptly investigate and work closely with the findings presented by the MP.

“This situation needs urgent clarification. I’ve instructed the relevant agencies to look into this matter and provide a comprehensive report on these flights,” President Mahama tweeted.

He also emphasized his dedication to safeguarding Ghana’s airspace and aviation sector from illegal activities.

“We cannot allow Ghana’s airspace to be misused for illicit purposes. This investigation is crucial to maintaining the integrity of our aviation sector,” he added.

Next Steps
Rev. Fordjour is expected to share all necessary information to support the investigations.

National Security and other agencies will review flight records, cargo details, and crew statements.

A complete report on the findings will be submitted to both the government and the public.

This development marks a significant step in ensuring accountability and transparency in Ghana’s aviation operations.