Suspicious Flights at Kotoka: All You Must Know

Suspicious Flights
  1. Allegations by MP 

Rev. Ntim Fordjour, also MP for Assin South, claimed that two aircraft were involved in drug trafficking and money laundering.

2. Minister of State for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has dismissed allegations made by Rev. John Ntim Fordjour regarding suspicious aircraft landings at Kotoka International Airport.

3. President Mahama’s Response 

The President directed security agencies to investigate the matter and invited Fordjour to provide evidence—but he reportedly failed to cooperate.

4. Fordjour Shifts Position 

   According to the Minister, Fordjour now claims he spoke on behalf of a parliamentary committee, not in his personal capacity, and refuses to assist investigators.

5. Details of Aircraft 1 – Antonov An-12B (CVK7037)

 Date of Arrival: March 12, 2025 

Purpose: Technical stop en route from Luanda to the EU 

Cargo: Oil drilling equipment and lubricant oil 

Reason for Stop: Ghana has certified scanning facilities required by EU regulations, which Angola lacks 

   Incident: Aircraft developed engine blade fault and oil leakage 

   Action Taken: Replacement aircraft (CV7007) sent to evacuate cargo 

  Inspection Result: No contraband or illegal items found

6. Details of Aircraft 2 – AirMed Hawker 800XP (N823AM)

 Date of Arrival: March 20, 2025 

  Operator: AirMed International (air ambulance service) 

   Route: From Spain via Angola 

 Purpose: Technical stop for refueling and crew rest 

 Incident: Developed tyre fault on landing 

 Resolution: Spare parts flown in, aircraft fixed and departed on March 25 

 Inspection Result: Cleared of any illegal activity

7. Government’s position

 Claims by Rev. Fordjour are false, misleading, and politically motivated. 

 No evidence of drug or money laundering found. 

  Urges public to be cautious of disinformation from opposition groups

8. Warning Against Political Misinformation 

 The Minister condemns attempts to mislead the public under the guise of legislative oversight and calls for responsible political conduct.

Ghana|Atinkaonline.com|Ebenezer Madugu

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