The Ghana customs has allayed fears of possible circulation of contaminated medicine on the Ghanaian market.
An alert sent by the Customs Division warned security agencies to look out for drugs and capsules contaminated with human remains.
The drugs which were from China were seized by the Border Control Officers of South Korea.
A memo signed by the Commissioner, Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority and sighted by Citi Business News revealed that “South Korean Customs Service seized 2,751 Chinese drugs or capsules containing human remains from foetuses, infants and flesh imported into South Korea by some Chinese nationals.
According to the Customs Division, the drugs/capsules were smuggled in suitcases and in other medication packages.
Again, some of the drugs were found to contain Hepatitis B virus which poses serious health challenges.
But the Head of Customs Division at the GRA, Isaac Crentsil tells Citi Business News all necessary measures have been taken to protect the public.
“We had intelligence from the National Security about reports that South Korea Customs Services have seized drugs and capsules containing human remains. Normally we get these intelligence reports so that we can inform our various sector commanders to be vigilant at our ports and borders. So that is what we did” he assured.
He further advised Ghanaians to remain calm Customs put in measures to prevent the drugs from entering the country.
“The essence of this letter is to ensure that our people are vigilant concerning any drug coming from China. They must look at all the necessary requirements, all standard specifications to ensure that it meets its intended purpose. Of course, our national security is also helping us”, he emphasized.
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By: Jessica Ayorkor Aryee/citibusinessnews.com/Ghana