In a court-approved operation, the Ministry of Health, alongside the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA), has begun the process of destroying a significant quantity of opioids intercepted at the Tema Port.

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The exercise is being supported by the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA).

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The seized pharmaceuticals include 26 cartons of Rahol Tapentadol 250 mg, 160 cartons of Tafradol Tapentadol 120 mg, 40 cartons of Timaking Tapentadol 120 mg, 190 cartons of Loperamide 2 mg, and 320 cartons of Chlorpheniramine Maleate.

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Authorities say the operation signals the government’s determination to safeguard public health and prevent the misuse of powerful controlled substances.

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According to the Ministry and the FDA, the disposal process will be conducted under strict safety and environmental protocols to ensure that the exercise poses no risk to the public or the environment.

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