The instant previous Inspector Common of Police (IGP), Dr George Akuffo Dampare, has damaged his silence on his removal from office and the appointment of COP Christian Tetteh Yohonu as the brand new IGP.
In an announcement dated 14 March and signed by his Govt Assistant, Nana Osei Afrifa, he expressed gratitude to former President Nana Akufo-Addo, conventional leaders, and civil society organisations (CSOs) for his or her contributions throughout his tenure.
The assertion learn:
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He’s notably grateful for the chance to serve within the Ghana Police Service for the previous 35 years, rising by means of the ranks from a Common Constable to Inspector-Common of Police, turning into the youngest Commissioner of Police in addition to the youngest IGP within the Fourth Republic.
His a few years within the service gave him the chance to function Director-Common of just about all departments, together with a document two stints as DG/Welfare and DG/Administration. He stays grateful to the Police Administration Board (POMAB) in addition to the rank and file and needs everybody nicely.
The assertion added:
Being appointed as Inspector-Common of Police, the very best rank attainable for any police officer, gave him an unbelievable alternative to serve. The contributions made by the rank and file of the Ghana Police Service to safety, legislation, and order throughout his tenure have been monumental.
Dr Dampare additionally reaffirmed his dedication to the nation:
He needs to precise his continued dedication to Ghana, our beloved nation, and his willingness to serve the nation he loves. Having served the Ghana Police Service for 35 out of his almost 55 years of life with an unblemished document, he stays energetic, dedicated, and captivated with serving his nation with self-discipline, honour, and integrity.
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In the meantime, President John Dramani Mahama has formally sworn in Commissioner of Police (COP) Christian Tetteh Yohonu because the Inspector Common of Police (IGP).
The temporary ceremony happened at Jubilee Home on Friday, 14 March 2025, attended by prime authorities officers, conventional rulers, and shut relations of COP Yohonu.
