Police in the Volta Region have detained a truck driver. He is accused of transporting goods that have not been cleared by customs into Ghana.
The truck was intercepted by the police during a routine patrol. This happened along the route near the Ghana-Togo border.
The Ghana Police Service stated that the driver was apprehended as part of ongoing efforts to stop the illegal importation of goods.
The total value and nature of the uncustomed items are still being assessed by the authorities.
Further investigations are underway by the Volta Regional Police Command to determine the full extent of this operation.
This action by the police aims to protect legitimate businesses and ensure tax revenue for the country.