Police, Customs and military resolve misunderstanding over intercepted truck of smuggled cocoa

A misunderstanding at the Missiga security checkpoint in Bawku, Upper East Region, on October 9, 2024, involved the Ghana Armed Forces, Customs Division, and the Police Service.

The dispute arose over a truck carrying smuggled cocoa bags intercepted by the police, who intended to hand over the consignment to COCOBOD for investigation.

The police denied allegations of involvement in smuggling, citing their recent successful interceptions.

Leadership from all agencies intervened to resolve the issue at both national and regional levels, aiming to restore cooperation and prevent future conflicts.