GRA Interdicts 5 customs Officers over Transit cargo Irregularities

The Ghana Revenue Authority has interdicted five officers from its customs Division following what it described as discrepancies uncovered during an enforcement operation involving transit cargo bound for Niger.

In a press release issued on February 24, 2026, the Authority said the officers had been suspended with immediate effect pending the outcome of an internal investigation.

The action stems from preliminary findings linked to an operation conducted on February 18, 2026. According to the statement, the exercise focused on a consignment of goods declared as transit cargo for onward movement to Niger. However, officials identified irregularities in the accompanying documentation and compliance with established transit procedures.

Management said the anomalies were significant enough to warrant a comprehensive internal review.

“The decision follows preliminary findings arising from an enforcement operation conducted on February 18, 2026, involving a consignment of transit cargo declared for onward movement to Niger. The operation revealed discrepancies in documentation and compliance with established transit procedures, prompting a detailed internal review,” the statement said.

While the Authority did not specify the nature of the discrepancies, it indicated that early assessments pointed to possible breaches of procedure that required further scrutiny.

“Initial assessments indicate potential procedural breaches requiring further independent and comprehensive examination,” the statement added.

The GRA noted that the ongoing investigation would seek to establish the full facts, including whether there were individual departures from laid-down Customs protocols. It also signalled that the scope of the inquiry could widen if necessary.

“We remain committed to ensuring that all revenue collection and enforcement procedures are executed with the highest standards of professionalism and accountability.”