The Minister for the Interior, Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, has charged the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, and all regional commanders to strengthen professionalism, accountability and effective leadership within the Ghana Police Service to meet the growing expectations of Ghanaians.
Speaking at the Police Regional Commanders Conference at the National Police Headquarters, Mr. Muntaka said Ghanaians expect a Police Service that is professional, visible, approachable and competent, with a strong focus on preventing crime, protecting citizens and maintaining public confidence. He urged the leadership to build an institution that protects the vulnerable, pursues offenders and secures innocent citizens while upholding the highest standards of integrity, discipline and professionalism.
The Interior Minister also expressed concern over the growing practice of chiefs, political parties, individuals and organisations forming private forces for self-protection. He reminded the conference that such unauthorised groups are illegal under the Vigilantism and Related Offences Act, 2019 (Act 999) and directed the IGP and regional commanders to take decisive measures to prevent vigilantism and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice.
Mr. Muntaka further directed the Police leadership to stop the unauthorised recording and circulation of videos and images of recruits undergoing police training, saying the practice could compromise their privacy, dignity and security. He called for appropriate controls and supervision to ensure the directive is enforced.
The IGP, Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, also emphasised the need for a Police Service that actively prevents crime rather than merely occupying space. He urged regional commanders to participate fully in the conference and contribute meaningfully to transforming the Service through effective, accountable and visionary leadership.
Story by Freedom Etsey Lavoe