Central University Suspends SRC Week After NACOC Arrests Five Students for Cannabis-Infused Products

Central University has suspended its Students’ Representative Council (SRC) Week activities following a targeted raid by the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) that led to the arrest of five students. The suspects are allegedly involved in the manufacture and distribution of cannabis and cannabis-infused products, including ice cream and toffees, on the university campus. This swift intervention by law enforcement has prompted university management to take immediate measures to ensure campus safety while cooperating fully with ongoing investigations.

The operation, conducted based on intelligence regarding drug activities within educational institutions, resulted in the apprehension of students from various academic levels, specifically Level 100, 300, and 400. Beyond raw cannabis, the suspects were reportedly producing and selling a variety of illicit items such as cannabis-infused ice cream, sobolo, and toffees. NACOC officials have seized these substances for forensic examination to confirm their chemical composition. The commission emphasized that this crackdown is part of a broader effort to eliminate drug-related activities in schools and warned students against the severe consequences of narcotics trafficking.

In an official statement, Central University management confirmed they are working closely with NACOC to establish the facts surrounding the arrests. To maintain a secure environment and uphold institutional discipline, the university registrar announced the immediate suspension of all remaining SRC Week festivities. The administration urged the university community to avoid speculation and wait for the final outcome of the investigation, reaffirming its commitment to providing a safe learning environment for all students.

This incident highlights the growing challenge of drug use and distribution in Ghanaian tertiary institutions. As the five arrested students cooperate with authorities to uncover the full scope of the operation, the case serves as a stern warning to the student body nationwide. The university is expected to follow due process in its internal disciplinary actions while the legal proceedings continue, underscoring a zero-tolerance policy for illicit drug activities on campus.