The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has presented GH¢12.65 million to the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), representing 50 percent of the proceeds from the sale of 17 gold bars seized from illicit traders in 2025.
Explaining the distribution, GoldBod Chief Executive Officer Sammy Gyamfi, Esq., said the reward policy allocates 10 percent of proceeds to the informant whose credible intelligence led to the successful operation. In recognition of the bravery and sacrifice of officers involved, the GoldBod Board of Directors approved an additional 20 percent for NACOC personnel who risked their lives during the seizure, while another 20 percent was awarded to NACOC as an institution for deploying its resources.
Receiving the cheque, NACOC Director‑General Major General Maxwell Obuba Mantey commended GoldBod for fulfilling its commitment and reaffirmed the Commission’s resolve to continue collaborating with GoldBod in combating illegal gold trading.
Officials said the presentation underscores GoldBod’s determination to reward credible intelligence, strengthen partnerships with state security agencies, and safeguard Ghana’s gold resources through effective enforcement.
“Together, we are safeguarding Ghana’s gold for the benefit of present and future generations,” GoldBod noted.
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