Arms Seizure at Tema Port Raises Security Questions

• •Three firearms and 610 rounds seized at Tema Port on September 25, 2026.
• •Customs officials confirmed the seizure but did not identify the importer or consignee.
• •Ongoing investigations into the legality and intent of the shipment are underway.

On September 25, 2026, Ghana's Customs seized an assault rifle, two pistols, and 610 rounds of ammunition at Tema Port. The firearms were concealed among personal effects from the United States and had not been declared. The Ghana Revenue Authority confirmed the seizure but did not disclose the importer or consignee, raising questions about the intent behind the shipment. Investigators are tasked with determining the firearms' origins and whether they were legally exported. The Interior Minister has faced scrutiny amid ongoing concerns about security at the port, especially following a recent cocaine seizure linked to the area. The situation highlights potential lapses in port security and the need for clearer lines of authority among various security agencies. The firearms and ammunition have been handed over to the Ghana Police Service for further investigation.