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The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has shut down the Amsterdam Pub at Laboma in Accra and arrested three people following an intelligence-led operation over suspected narcotics-related activities at the facility.
NACOC said the operation was carried out overnight on Friday, September 4, 2026, after intelligence suggested that the entertainment venue was allegedly being used in connection with illicit drug activities.
According to a statement on Tuesday, September 8, the three suspects are currently assisting investigators as the Commission works to determine the full extent of activities allegedly taking place at the facility.
Prime Suspect Remains at Large
NACOC said the main suspect allegedly linked to the suspected narcotics activities has not yet been arrested and remains at large.
The Commission has therefore deployed additional intelligence officers to locate and apprehend the suspect as investigations continue.
NACOC explained that the facility, which was described as a self-styled coffee shop, has been closed to support the ongoing investigation and prevent the premises from potentially being used for further narcotics-related activities.
NACOC Warns Entertainment Businesses
The Commission said the operation forms part of its wider intelligence-driven efforts to identify, disrupt and dismantle locations and networks suspected of facilitating the sale, distribution and use of illicit narcotic substances.
NACOC has also warned owners, managers and operators of pubs, nightclubs, lounges and other entertainment establishments against allowing their premises to become channels for narcotics-related activities.
The Commission reiterated that it will continue taking action against businesses suspected of selling, distributing or facilitating illicit narcotic substances.
Investigations into the Amsterdam Pub operation are ongoing.