Customs

20 May

Customs Intercepts Diverted Fish Cargo Destined For Burkina Faso In Kumasi

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The Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has intercepted a cargo truck destined for Burkina Faso that had diverted its route to a warehouse in Kumasi, Citi News reports. The truck, loaded with fish, was being monitored by officers who uncovered the illegal diversion. Assistant Commissioner Vivian Glover, the Ashanti Regional Commander of Customs, confirmed the incident and stated that investigations are underway. "The consignment was meant for Burkina Faso, and we typically place a tracking device on such shipments to monitor their movement. The truck was supposed to pass through Kumasi, but we noticed it had deviated…

19 Jul

Refrain From Engaging In Unlawful Practices – Ashanti Regional Commander Of Customs

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The Deputy Ashanti Regional Commander of Customs, Evans Teye Agbozo, has advised importers and exporters (shippers) to refrain from engaging in unlawful practices to reduce duty payments, as they may face consequences during the Post Clearance Audit process. Speaking at a seminar on Customs Post Clearance Audit organised by the Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA) in Kumasi on July 18, 2023, Teye Agbozo, emphasised that the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) is aware of such acts and will take all necessary measures to ensure that the state receives the appropriate revenue it is owed. The GSA organised the…