V/R Health Directorate Confirms Arrest of it’s Driver Over Suspected Narcotics Possession
Ho. V/R January 2026
Story By:- Emmanuella Deladem Adjei
The Volta Regional Health Directorate has confirmed the arrest of one of its drivers, Mr. Godsway Kwaku Dogbey, over the alleged unlawful possession of items suspected to be narcotic substances.
According to the Directorate, the arrest was made on Friday, January 23, 2026, after it received information that Mr. Dogbey had been apprehended by the police in Ho while driving an official vehicle with registration number GV 2460-14 belonging to the Directorate.
The confirmation was contained in an official press release issued on Saturday, January 25, 2026, and signed by the Regional Director of Health Services, Dr. Emmanuel Atsu Dodor.
The statement said Management subsequently dispatched a team to the Regional Police Headquarters to verify the incident, which was later confirmed, with the suspect currently in police custody assisting with investigations.
It added that while the Ghana Police Service continues its investigations, the Directorate has also initiated internal processes, including the establishment of a Committee of Enquiry, to independently investigate the matter and prevent a recurrence.
“The Volta Regional Health Directorate remains committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity, accountability and professionalism in the delivery of health services,” the statement said.
