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Jemima Okang Addae
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The newly sworn-in Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has affirmed that his leadership goes beyond holding a title, emphasising that it is a solemn responsibility requiring unwavering vigilance, integrity, and decisive action to ensure the security and well-being of citizens.
“Being entrusted with such a pivotal role signifies a personal milestone. It acknowledges the dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence that have formed the bedrock of my policing career since I joined the service as a recruit in 1985,” he stated at his swearing-in today in Accra.
Mr Yohuno stressed that he would approach his new role with the utmost seriousness, fully aware of the high expectations placed upon him. He pledged to support the ongoing transformation and modernisation of the Ghana Police Service, aligning with President John Mahama’s resetting agenda.
“In alignment with the transformation and modernisation of the service, I pledge to uphold the values, traditions, and culture of the Ghana Police Service, consistent with the resetting agenda of Your Excellency, the President,” he added.
The IGP highlighted discipline and respect for seniority as key pillars of his leadership, assuring President Mahama that his administration would be rooted in transparency, accountability, and fairness. He stressed the importance of renewing attitudes and enhancing performance to position the service to meet public expectations and strengthen peace and security nationwide.
Recognising the critical role of public collaboration in law enforcement, Mr Yohuno reaffirmed his commitment to community engagement and partnership-based policing.
“Let me reaffirm a fundamental truth: policing is a shared and collective responsibility. Consequently, community engagement, community policing, and partnership will be essential strategies for communities to participate in crime prevention and fighting,” he stated.