The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has promoted 25 police personnel for their outstanding contribution to crime-fighting operations across the country.
The officers were recognised for their involvement in a series of successful operations in the Bono East, Tema and Western Central Police Regions, including the arrest of robbery suspects and the interception of suspected cocaine at the Tema Harbour.
Among the cases cited was the arrest of six suspects allegedly connected to a robbery on the Portor-Kawempe stretch of the Kintampo-Buipe Highway on July 19, 2026.
The suspects are linked to an incident in which GH¢300,000 was allegedly stolen from a victim.
Other officers were rewarded for helping to apprehend four suspected members of a robbery syndicate accused of carrying out a violent robbery at Wassa Akropong in the Tarkwa area.
The promotions also recognised personnel involved in the recent interception of 866 parcels of suspected cocaine at the Tema Harbour.
The personnel promoted include Chief Inspectors Bede Nwinbomeh and Joe Tetteh; General Sergeants Elijah Ndaga Yinimi and Kaifan Sulemanna; General Corporals Owusu Ansah Evans and Tansang Jonathan; and General Lance Corporals Osei Christopher Bonny, Kyei Francis, Ofori Francis, Anim Dominic and Asante Isaac.
Others are General Constables Adam Bakari Alhassan and Bakai Mark; Detective Chief Inspector Frank Dzah; Detective Inspectors Edem Ametowoga, Abroso and Vincent Dankwah; and Detective Sergeants Salifu Yakubu and Samuel Mordzifa.
Six other police personnel also received promotions for their contributions to crime prevention and the maintenance of public safety.
As part of the recognition, Chief Inspectors Bede Nwinbomeh and Joe Tetteh have been granted automatic entry to the Police Academy.
The Police Administration said the promotions were based on the officers’ dedication, professionalism, courage and commitment to their duties.
The IGP and members of the Police Management Board (POMAB) congratulated the beneficiaries and encouraged them to uphold high standards of professionalism and discipline.
Mr Yohuno further assured personnel of the Police Service that the administration would continue to reward officers whose work demonstrates exceptional commitment to fighting crime and maintaining law and order.
