The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has expressed its support for the ongoing investigation into allegations involving two aircraft suspected of being used for transporting cocaine and cash through Ghana as a transit point for organized crime.

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The claims, initially raised by Minority MPs in Ghana, have sparked national attention, leading to official probes into the matter.

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Speaking to Joy News, Kodjo Attisso, the UNODC's Regional Adviser for Anti-Money Laundering, Counter-Financing of Terrorism, and Anti-Corruption, stated that the international body is closely monitoring the developments.

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He emphasized the importance of a thorough investigation and the role of law enforcement in addressing the serious allegations.

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"Any allegation of such a case should be properly investigated and prosecuted," Attisso noted. "We do believe also in the work of law enforcement and judiciary. At this stage, we can just support and hope that they will come up with concrete results, but since it's in the investigative stage, we cannot say much, but we are just following the case."

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The allegations were made by Assin South MP, Reverend John Ntim Fordjour, who raised concerns about the possible involvement of two aircraft in drug trafficking and money laundering activities.

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However, the Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, swiftly dismissed these allegations, accusing Fordjour of spreading disinformation intended to damage the government's credibility.

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Despite the dismissal, the UNODC has maintained its position, emphasizing that such allegations must be thoroughly investigated to ensure accountability. The support from the UNODC aligns with Ghana’s broader efforts to combat organized crime, with President John Mahama having previously declared a zero-tolerance policy towards such activities.

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The investigation is still in its early stages, with National Security and other relevant agencies conducting inquiries. As Ghana continues to address the serious allegations, the UNODC’s involvement highlights the international dimension of the fight against organized crime and the commitment to global cooperation in combating drug trafficking and money laundering.

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