IGP decorate 19 Senior Officers

The Inspector General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has formally honoured 19 senior officers of the Ghana Police Service after their promotion to higher ranks, in a step aimed at reinforcing the Service’s leadership capacity.

The elevation of the officers followed recommendations by the Police Council and received approval from the President, John Dramani Mahama.

The promotions recognise years of commitment, professionalism, and meritorious service.

The decoration ceremony took place on Friday at the National Police Headquarters in Accra, with members of the Police Management Board in attendance.

Eight officers were elevated from Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP) to Commissioner of Police (COP).

They are Dr Luke Asue In Yeng Zakpaa, Frederick Agyei, Duuti Tuaruka, Arthur Osei Akoto, Darko Offei Lomotey, Eric Ken Winful, Barnabas Nambont Nasumong, and Desmond Owusu Boampong.

Additionally, eleven officers were promoted from Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) to Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP).

They are Emmanuel Aryee Akonnor, Dr Wisdom Dinam Zioku, Felix Apedo, Cosmos Afena Damoah, George Andrews Kumah, Stephen Kwasi Kwakye, Victoria Yamoah, William Sedoame, Eric Asamoah Asiedu, Dr Osel Owusu Afriyie, and Rev. Jonas Samuel Aboagye.

Addressing the officers, Mr Yohuno congratulated them on their new positions and called on them to exhibit professionalism and strong ethical standards in the discharge of their duties.

He emphasised that their new roles come with heightened responsibility in safeguarding peace and security across the country.

He also encouraged them to serve as exemplary leaders within the Service and contribute to ongoing reforms aimed at boosting operational efficiency and public trust.

Members of the Police Management Board praised the officers for their achievements and expressed confidence in their ability to excel in their new roles.

The ceremony forms part of ongoing efforts by the Ghana Police Service to reward excellence and strengthen its leadership structure to effectively address emerging security challenges.

Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith