Accra Circuit Court: Assidam, Kesse Indian Hemp Remand Over 500 Wraps

• The Accra Circuit Court Nine remanded Torsu Assidam and Kofi Kesse for alleged possession of 500 wraps of suspected Indian hemp.
• Their pleas were not taken, and they are scheduled to reappear in court on October 14, 2026.
• Police arrested the duo on August 23, 2026, following intelligence about drug sales near the Arts Centre.
• The accused admitted ownership of the seized narcotics, claiming an accomplice named Amando, who is currently at large, supplied them.
• The suspected Indian hemp has been sent to the Police Forensic Science Laboratory for examination to confirm its composition.

This Accra Circuit Court Assidam Kesse Indian hemp remand signals continued judicial action against drug-related offenses in the capital.

The Accra Circuit Court Nine has ordered the remand of Torsu Assidam and Kofi Kesse following their arrest on allegations of possessing a significant quantity of suspected narcotics. The two individuals appeared before the court on Tuesday, where their pleas were not formally taken. They face charges related to the alleged possession of 500 wraps of dried leaves, which authorities suspect to be Indian hemp. Presiding over the proceedings was Judge Joseph Yennuban Kunsong.

This Accra Circuit Court Assidam Kesse Indian hemp remand signals continued judicial action against drug-related offenses in the capital. Both Assidam and Kesse are scheduled to reappear before the court on October 14, 2026, as investigations continue. An alleged accomplice, identified only as Amando, remains at large, with law enforcement actively seeking his apprehension. The Torsu Assidam Kofi Kesse charges underscore the seriousness with which authorities are treating alleged cannabis possession in Ghana.

The arrests of Torsu Assidam and Kofi Kesse stemmed from an intelligence-led operation initiated by the Accra Regional Police Command. On August 23, 2026, police received information indicating that a group of young men were in possession of a substantial amount of suspected Indian hemp and were actively engaged in its sale to residents near the Arts Centre. Acting on this crucial tip-off, a specialized team of officers from the Accra Regional Stopper ‘2’ unit was dispatched to the location.

Upon arrival, the officers successfully apprehended the accused individuals, who were subsequently transported to the Regional Criminal Investigations Department (CID) for further processing. During the operation, law enforcement personnel seized 500 wraps of dried leaves, which were immediately suspected to be Indian hemp, directly from the possession of the arrested men. This Accra Indian hemp arrest highlights the proactive measures taken by police to curb illicit drug activities.

Chief Inspector Clement Sarpong, leading the prosecution, informed the court about the initial findings and the ongoing investigative steps. During an on-the-spot interrogation following their arrest, both Torsu Assidam and Kofi Kesse reportedly admitted that the seized exhibits belonged to them. They further claimed that the suspected narcotics had been supplied to them by Amando for the purpose of sale. However, the accused were unable to provide police with information regarding Amando's current whereabouts, hindering efforts to locate him.

The prosecution emphasized that the 500 wraps of suspected Indian hemp have been meticulously forwarded to the Police Forensic Science Laboratory. This crucial step aims to secure a definitive report confirming the substance's composition, which is vital for the cannabis possession Ghana law prosecution. Efforts to trace and arrest Amando are still actively underway, as authorities seek to bring all involved parties to justice. The Ghana drug possession remand of Assidam and Kesse, heard at Accra Circuit Court Nine, underscores the reliance on forensic evidence in narcotics cases and the persistent pursuit of all individuals connected to such offenses.

This update signals continued police and judicial vigilance against narcotics offenses in Accra, Ghana. Criminal defense lawyers should be prepared for cases involving alleged Indian hemp possession, understanding the standard remand procedures and the reliance on forensic evidence in such prosecutions.

Source: Original reporting via GNA