The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has successfully intercepted a shipment of arms at the Paga Border Post, resulting in the arrest of a Chinese national and his Ghanaian accomplice.

The two were in a Burkina Faso registered Toyota Rav4 car numbered 0919G203. On reaching the Ghana side of the border, they attempted to evade Immigration control by speeding off.

Inspector Ebenezer Badu and AICO Charles Taali who were on duty gave them a hot chase which led to the interception and arrest of Mr Zhou Quan, the Chinese; and Mr Awato Kwame, his Ghanaian accomplice.

A search conducted on the vehicle revealed two Chinese pump action guns (Golden Eagle), eleven packs of body amour bags, two jack knives, fifteen electronic gold scales, three phones, one pack of suspected gold ore, GHC147,160.00, CFA51,000.00 and USD330.00.

In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter) on July 15, the GIS praised the vigilance and dedication of its officers at the Paga Border Post. Their attentiveness was pivotal in ensuring the successful interception and the subsequent arrests.

"The vigilance of our Immigration Officers at the Paga Border Post has led to the interception and arrest of a Chinese national and his Ghanaian accomplice," the GIS stated in the post.

The GIS reiterated its commitment to constant surveillance and proactive measures to maintain national security.

The Service emphasized that such efforts are critical in preventing the influx of illegal arms and ensuring the safety and security of the country.