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PRESS STATEMENT
RE: COCAINE SMUGGLING AT KIA

The attention of the Board and Management of GACL has been drawn to
the Herald publication dated Wednesday, April 10, 2024, with the above
headline.

Management notes that investigations by relevant authorities into the

alleged smuggling of 8.5 kilograms of substance suspected to be cocaine
through Kotoka International Airport on March 23, 2024 are ongoing.

The Board and Management, in line with GACL’s internal administrative

processes has taken swift measures to interdict all GACL staff relevant to
the investigation.

Management has also reiterated its warning to staff regarding facilitation

of passengers at the airport, failing which punitive measures not limited to
but including summary dismissals and prosecutions by the State will be
effected in line with existing protocols.

Management wishes to assure the general public of its commitment and

determination, in collaboration with stakeholders to ensure that
operations at the airport are safe and secure.

MANAGEMENT
APRIL 10, 2024

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