The Ghana Police Service has arrested two men following the seizure of suspected counterfeit GTP wax print fabrics valued at approximately GH¢20 million at Adabraka in Accra.
The suspects have been identified as Salifu Mamuda, 50, and Iddrisa Mohammed, 44. They were arrested at the scene on Monday, November 9, 2026, during a police operation targeting the alleged smuggling and distribution of counterfeit textile products.
According to the police, the seized consignment comprises large quantities of assorted wax print fabrics suspected to be counterfeit versions of the popular GTP textile brand.
A statement from the Ghana Police Service indicated that the operation was conducted by the IGP Special Operations Team following intelligence reports that two articulated trucks were offloading suspected contraband goods at a warehouse near the Kojo Thompson Highway at Adabraka.
The two trucks, with registration numbers SMK-161-YH and T-28975-LA, were suspected to have originated from Nigeria and were allegedly transporting the fabrics into Ghana.
Police investigations suggest that the suspected counterfeit textile products were smuggled from Nigeria, with the entire consignment estimated to have a market value of GH¢20 million.
GH¢20 Million Counterfeit Fabrics Seized for Investigation
Following the operation, the police seized the fabrics and transported them to the National Police Headquarters in Accra for further investigations.
The two suspects remain in police custody and are assisting investigators with inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the importation and intended distribution of the suspected counterfeit products.
Meanwhile, the Ghana Police Service says efforts are underway to identify and arrest other individuals who may be connected to the alleged smuggling operation.
The investigation is expected to establish the source of the fabrics, the parties involved in their importation and the possible distribution networks operating within Ghana’s textile market.
The seizure highlights ongoing law enforcement efforts to combat the smuggling of counterfeit goods, protect legitimate businesses and safeguard Ghana’s textile and garment industry.
Source: newsthemegh.com