Private lawyer Austin Brako-Powers has warned against making drug busts a political issue. He believes that arguments between political parties about who discovered more cocaine are harmful.
Brako-Powers stated that these partisan claims turn a serious national security matter into a political contest. This focus on political point-scoring distracts from the important work of combating narcotics.
He emphasized that when governments engage in counterclaims over drug seizures, it weakens the overall effort to fight illegal drugs. The focus should be on national security, not political advantage.
The lawyer’s comments come amid ongoing discussions and debates about drug trafficking in Ghana.
He called for a more unified approach to tackling the drug trade. This approach, he suggested, would be more effective in addressing the root causes and consequences of drug offenses.
Brako-Powers stressed that the fight against drugs requires serious attention and cooperation from all stakeholders.
He believes that politicizing these seizures undermines public trust and the effectiveness of law enforcement agencies.
The lawyer urged politicians and officials to prioritize national security over partisan gains.