In a significant development, President John Dramani Mahama has removed Dr. George Akuffo Dampare from his position as Inspector-General of Police (IGP) and appointed Commissioner of Police (COP) Christian Tetteh Yohunu as his successor.
Prior to this decision, prominent figures from the policy think tank IMANI Africa, including Vice President Kofi Bentil and Founding President Franklin Cudjoe, had publicly cautioned against the removal of Dr. Dampare. They lauded his professionalism and the positive changes he implemented within the Ghana Police Service, urging the government to avoid partisan actions that could undermine institutional progress.
The sudden change in police leadership has sparked widespread discussions on social media platforms, with many Ghanaians expressing surprise and concern over the potential implications for national security and police reforms. The discourse reflects a nation keenly attentive to the balance between political decisions and the integrity of its security institutions.
As COP Yohunu assumes his new role, the public and stakeholders alike will be observing closely to see how this transition impacts the future trajectory of the Ghana Police Service.
