The Ghana Police Service says it has arrested two men and seized assorted wax-print fabrics suspected to be counterfeit GTP products in an operation at Adabraka, Accra. The consignment is estimated to be worth about GH¢20 million.

The suspects, identified as 50-year-old Salifu Mamuda and 44-year-old Iddrisa Mohammed, were arrested on Monday, November 9, during an operation by the Inspector-General of Police’s Special Operations Team. Police said the operation followed intelligence that two articulated trucks were unloading suspected contraband at a warehouse near the Kojo Thompson Highway.

The trucks were believed to have originated from Nigeria. Investigators suspect the fabrics were smuggled into Ghana for distribution, although the allegations remain under investigation and the suspects have not been convicted of an offence.

Police said the seized goods had been transported to the National Police Headquarters as inquiries continue. Officers are also working to identify other people who may have been involved in the alleged importation and distribution network.

The seizure has renewed attention on counterfeit textiles, which can undermine legitimate manufacturers, retailers and consumer confidence. Authorities have urged the public to remain alert to suspicious goods and support efforts to protect lawful trade.

Image note: Illustrative Ghanaian market photograph; it does not depict the police seizure. Photo: Eva Blue/Unsplash.

Source: Graphic Online · Citi Newsroom

Ghana Police Seize Suspected Counterfeit GTP Fabrics Worth GH¢20 Million in Adabraka

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