President John Dramani Mahama has called for urgent reforms to eliminate corruption within the Ghana Police Service, emphasizing the need for greater transparency and accountability in law enforcement.
Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of the new Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, at the Jubilee House on Friday, the President stressed the damaging effects of corruption on public trust and the justice system. “Mr. IGP, your role will also involve rooting out corruption within the service,” he stated.
Mahama stressed that unethical practices within the police force erode confidence in security institutions and weaken the foundation of justice.
He urged the newly appointed IGP to take firm action against misconduct, ensuring that officers uphold integrity in their duties. “Corruption in law enforcement undermines justice and weakens public confidence in our security agencies,” he added.
The President highlighted the importance of tackling issues such as bribery and abuse of power, emphasizing that decisive measures must be taken to restore credibility.
Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to strengthening law enforcement institutions, Mahama called for a transparent and accountable police service that prioritizes the interests of the public.
He urged the new IGP to lead by example and implement reforms that promote professionalism and ethical conduct within the force.
“It is crucial that all forms of unethical behavior, from bribery to the abuse of power, are decisively dealt with,” he said.
