The Accra High Court is upholding the appointment of Christian Tetteh Yohuno as the Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of Operations, following a lawsuit seeking to prevent him from assuming the role.
The application was filed by Emmanuel Felix Mantey, who argued that there is no officially recognized position within the Ghana Police Service for a ‘Deputy IGP in charge of Operations’.
President Akufo-Addo appointed COP Tetteh Yohuno to the position on July 17, 2024, recognizing his exceptional credentials and commitment to service.
During the court proceedings, Mantey’s legal representation contended that the Constitution of Ghana only acknowledges the position of Inspector General of Police (IGP) without any provisions for a ‘Deputy Inspector General of Police’.
They highlighted that the Police Service Act, 1970, and other relevant regulations do not establish such a position.
Mantey sought multiple legal remedies, including a prohibition against COP Yohuno from acting in the role and an order to invalidate the appointment, claiming it lacked legal foundation.
However, in his ruling, Justice Richard Apietu dismissed the application, stating that the appointment was a legitimate administrative function of the President, not subject to judicial review by the High Court.
He emphasized that the court lacked jurisdiction over this matter, as the actions taken by the President and the Police Council were grounded in administrative duties rather than judicial authority.
With this ruling, COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno can continue his vital role in overseeing police operations, reinforcing the administration’s commitment to law enforcement.
