The Inspector-General of Police, Mr Christian Tetteh Yohunu, has called on 22 newly promoted Deputy Commissioners of Police to enhance security and improve police service delivery across Ghana. He made the call at a decoration ceremony in Accra, where the officers were promoted from Assistant Commissioner of Police to Deputy Commissioner of Police. The IGP stated that the promotions were a recognition of the officers' professionalism, dedication, and years of meritorious service.
According to Mr Yohunu, the newly promoted officers would play critical roles in strengthening regional police administration, supervising operational activities, and supporting efforts to maintain peace, law, and order. He noted that effective regional leadership remained essential to combating crime, improving public confidence in the Police Service, and ensuring the safety and security of citizens. The IGP expressed confidence that the officers' experience, competence, and commitment would enable them to deliver on their mandate.
The IGP stated that the President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, was pleased to approve the promotions to serve as a motivation for the officers to give of their best. He urged the officers to remain disciplined, uphold the highest standards of professionalism, and lead by example in the discharge of their duties. The evolving nature of crime requires strong leadership, innovation, and collaboration at all levels of policing, particularly within the regions where security threats often first emerge.
The promotions form part of efforts by the Police Administration to strengthen the leadership structure of the Service and position it to respond effectively to contemporary security demands. Mr Yohunu encouraged the newly promoted officers to mentor younger personnel and work closely with communities and stakeholders to foster trust and deepen public cooperation in crime prevention.
He reiterated the commitment of the Police Administration to improving operational effectiveness and enhancing security across the country through capable and visionary leadership. The IGP officially decorated the 22 officers at the ceremony, which was attended by senior police officers and other dignitaries.
The newly promoted officers are expected to provide strategic leadership at the regional level, enhancing security and improving police service delivery. They will also play a critical role in supervising operational activities and supporting efforts to maintain peace, law, and order. The IGP's call to action is seen as a move to strengthen the Police Service and improve its response to emerging security challenges.
The decoration ceremony marks a significant milestone in the careers of the 22 officers, who have demonstrated their professionalism, dedication, and commitment to the Police Service. The IGP's message to the officers is clear: to provide strong leadership, uphold the highest standards of professionalism, and work closely with communities to foster trust and deepen public cooperation in crime prevention.
Key points
- The IGP, Mr Christian Tetteh Yohunu, has urged newly promoted Deputy Commissioners of Police to provide strategic leadership at the regional level.
- The 22 newly promoted officers will play critical roles in strengthening regional police administration, supervising operational activities, and supporting efforts to maintain peace, law, and order.
- The promotions form part of efforts by the Police Administration to strengthen the leadership structure of the Service and position it to respond effectively to contemporary security demands.
