GACL Debunks False Drug Allegations, Urges Public to Disregard Malicious Reports
The Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) has strongly refuted recent media publications suggesting the involvement of its officials in passing false information to one Rev. Ntim Fodjour, who has alleged drug trafficking activities involving two aircraft that landed at the Kotoka International Airport (KIA) some weeks ago.
In a strongly worded statement issued on Tuesday, GACL described the reports as “false, fictitious, and malicious,” calling on the general public to disregard the publications.
According to GACL, all aircraft landing permits are issued solely by the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) in collaboration with National Security, and not by GACL. The company clarified that Aviation Security and National Security conducted all required checks on the aircraft in question, while Swissport provided ground handling services.
“No illegal substances were found on board either aircraft,” the statement emphasized.
Additionally, GACL refuted claims that its Managing Director, Mrs. Yvonne Nana Afriyie Opare, had any connection with Rev. Fordjour. “The Managing Director does not know, has never met, nor spoken to Rev. Ntim Fordjour,” the company stated.
GACL warned that it would not hesitate to seek legal action against any media house, individual, or organization that continues to propagate the unfounded allegations. It emphasized that the burden of proof lies with those making the accusations.
“The Ghana Airports Company Limited hereby serves notice that it will pursue legal redress against any entity engaged in publishing or promoting falsehoods intended to tarnish the reputation of the company, its leadership, or the government,” the statement said.
The company concluded by urging “discerning Ghanaians” to treat the claims with the contempt they deserve and to rely only on verified information.
