Accra, April 11, – The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has advised the public to refrain from consuming, harvesting, or purchasing fish and other seafood from the Tema Shipyard and nearby areas until further notice.
The directive follows the discovery of dead fish within a 50-metre radius of the main unloading ramp at the facility.
In a joint statement issued on Saturday, the FDA, the Fisheries Commission, the Tema Metropolitan Assembly, and the Criminal Investigations Department of the Ghana Police Service said the affected area had been cordoned off as investigations continued to determine the cause of the incident.
The statement indicated that the incident was first reported on April 6, between 0500 and 0600 hours.
Authorities assured the public that fish obtained from certified cold-chain markets outside the affected zone remained safe for consumption when properly cooked to an internal temperature of at least 63°C.
“There is no evidence so far of deliberate sabotage or an immediate widespread health emergency. Between 60 and 80 fish samples, along with water samples, have been collected under strict chain-of-custody protocols for priority laboratory testing,” the statement said.
The FDA urged the public to report any sightings of dead or distressed fish through its hotline: 0551 112 224/5 or at the nearest FDA offices.
It further advised that individuals who may have consumed fish from the affected area and are experiencing symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, dizziness, or skin irritation should seek immediate medical attention and inform healthcare providers of possible exposure.
GHBUSS
11 April 2026
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