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Tema Port: Customs intercepts assault rifle, two pistols and 610 rounds of ammunition being smuggled into Ghana
Synthesised from 2 Ghanaian sources
The latest seizure adds to heightened scrutiny of the movement of restricted items through Ghana’s ports, as Customs steps up scanning and physical examination of inc DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited.
Two Customs officers conducting a routine inspection subjected the consignment to further examination, leading to the discovery of the firearms, ammunition, and related accessories.
She said Ghana’s customs regime classifies arms and ammunition as restricted goods, meaning importers require the appropriate permit from the Ministry of the Interior.
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