The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has arrested 10 students of Koforidua Technical University (KTU) for allegedly trafficking cannabis-infused drinks and ice cream during the institution's Students' Representative Council (SRC) Hall Week celebrations.

According to NACOC, the arrests followed "a meticulously coordinated intelligence-led operation" carried out as part of its efforts to clamp down on illicit drug trafficking.

The operation, conducted during the SRC Hall Week celebrations between Friday, July 31 and Saturday, August 1, 2026, led to the arrest of the alleged ringleader, 23-year-old Priscilla Tetteh, together with nine other young men believed to be part of a network engaged in the production, distribution and sale of cannabis-infused products on campus.

NACOC said the suspects "were apprehended while actively trading the illicit products to students and patrons at the event."

It said preliminary investigations indicate that the group had established "an organized operation for the distribution of cannabis-infused drinks and ice creams, posing a significant threat to public health and the safety of young people."

The Commission said the arrests marked "the successful disruption of an emerging criminal enterprise exploiting social events and educational institutions to promote the abuse of narcotic substances among the youth."

Reiterating its position on such products, NACOC stressed that "cannabis-infused food, beverages and other edible products containing controlled substances remain illegal."

It warned that "individuals who manufacture, distribute, possess or sell such products will face the full rigours of the law."

The Commission also expressed concern over what it described as a worrying trend among young people.

"The Commission expresses grave concern over the growing trend of young people commercializing narcotic substances under the guise of entertainment and entrepreneurship. Educational institutions must remain centres of learning, innovation and character development, not safe havens for drug trafficking and substance abuse."

NACOC said it would sustain its nationwide crackdown on narcotics-related offences.

"The Commission assures the public that it will continue to intensify intelligence-led operations across the country to identify, dismantle and prosecute criminal networks involved in the trafficking of narcotic drugs and cannabis-infused products, particularly those targeting students and other vulnerable groups."

The Commission also appealed for public support.

"NACOC calls on parents, university authorities, student leaders and the general public to remain vigilant and collaborate with the Commission by reporting suspected drug-related activities as the fight against illicit drugs is a shared national responsibility, and together we can protect our campuses and communities from the devastating effects of substance abuse."

The suspects remain in NACOC custody and will be processed in accordance with the law.