A member of the Communications Team of the Movement for Change, Dr. Ramzi Inusah, has praised COP Iddi Seidu, former Commander of the Greater Accra Regional Police Command, for his dedication and efforts in combating the illicit sale of opioids in Ghana.

According to Dr. Inusah, COP Iddi Seidu played a crucial role in tackling the growing menace of illegal drug sales, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to protecting the public health and safety of young Ghanaians.

Dr. Inusah, also an activist against the use of illicit drugs revealed that when he initially sought to expose the illegal sale of opioids in the country, he formally wrote to the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) and the Pharmaceutical Society Council to raise alarm about the issue. However, he noted that both institutions failed to take action.

“The only institution that showed genuine concern was the Police administration, led by COP Iddi Seidu, who swiftly set up a task force to clamp down on the sale of steroids and opioids,” he stated.

Dr. Inusah further disclosed that he personally sponsored the operation, while the police provided a team of fifteen armed officers to execute the crackdown.

He commended the police force for proving that they are a progressive and reform-driven institution, willing to take action where other agencies failed.

Expressing concern over the increasing abuse of opioids among young people, Dr. Inusah urged Ghanaians to adhere to health regulations governing the sale of pharmaceutical products.

He emphasized that public negligence and weak enforcement of drug laws have contributed to the growing health crisis. He added that many young people are battling Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome(ARDS) because of the use of these drugs. 

He gave the assurance that he would continue to advocate for stronger enforcement measures and greater collaboration between law enforcement and regulatory bodies to help curb the illegal drug trade in Ghana.

At a point, some of the actors in the system threatened me and very soon I will be naming and shaming them.

He spoke in an interview on Accra-based Kessben FM