In a massive shake-up, the new Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Christian Tetteh Yohuno has reconstituted the Police Management Board, making significant changes to ensure effective management and operational control of the Ghana Police Service.
This development comes after President John Mahama removed George Akuffo Dampare from office and appointed COP Yohuno as the new IGP just within six days.
The reconstitution of the Police Management Board, POMAB, sees the appointment of 30 new officers to various positions.
According to a press release from the Police administration, the reconstitution of the board is aimed at ensuring effective management and operational control of the Ghana Police Service.
“The IGP wishes all the officers well in their new roles,” stated Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Grace Ansah-Akrofi, Director of Public Affairs.
The full list of new appointments includes:
– COP/Mr. Paul Manly Awini, Service Workshop, Accra
– COP/Mr. Daniel Kwame Afriyie, Director-General/PSO
– COP/Dr. Ernest Kwabena Owusu, Director-General/SVCS
– COP/Mr. Mohammed Fuseini Suraji, Director-General/NPD
– COP/Dr. Sayibu Pabi Gariba, Director-General/Technical
– COP/Mr. Michael Nketia Frempong, Director-General/Finance
– COP/Mr. Asumadu Okyere Darko, Director-General/PPSB
– COP/Mr. Iddi Lansah Seidu, Director-General/Welfare
– COP/Mrs. Faustina A.K. Andoh-Kwofie, Commandant/GPCSC, Winneba
– COP/Mr. Joseph Oklu Gyamera, Director-General/L&P
– COP/Mr. Peter Baba Atiniak, Director-General/PID
– DCOP/Dr. David Agyeman Adjem, Director-General/Admin
– DCOP/Mr. Vance Gariba, Director-General/OPS
– DCOP/Mr. Sebastien Atsu Wemegah, Director-General/ICT
– DCOP/Ms. Lydia Yaako Donkor, Director-General/CID
– DCOP/Mr. Duuti Tuaruka, Regional Commander/AR
– DCOP/Mr. Eric Ken Winful, Director-General/NAPD
– DCOP/Mr. Gabriel Prince Waabu, Director-General/MTTD
– DCOP/Mr. Arhin Kwasi Annor, Director-General/SD
– DCOP/Mr. Frederick Kofi Blagodzi, Director-General/HRD
– DCOP/Mr. Frank Abrokwah, Deputy Director-General/CID
– DCOP/Mr. Francis Kwame Tsidi, Regional Commander/WNR
– DCOP/Mr. Abraham Acquaye, Regional Commander/CNR
– DCOP/Mr. Yao Dogbey Tettegah, Regional Commander/BR
– ACP/Mr. Wisdom Akorli, Regional Commander/VR
– ACP/Mr. Joshua Coppson, Regional Commander/VNR
– ACP/Mr. Wisdom Lavoe, Regional Commander/NR
– ACP/Mrs. Grace Ansah-Akrofi, Director/PAD
– C/Supt/Mr. Solomon A. Korli, Executive Secretary to the IGP
– C/Supt/Mr. Kudjo Aboagye, Chief Staff Officer to the IGP
The changes come amidst controversy surrounding the removal of George Akuffo Dampare as IGP. Dampare’s removal was met with mixed reactions, with some police officers jubilating over his departure.
However, his removal has also been challenged in court. Imani Ghana and security expert Professor Kwesi Aning filed a suit to prevent his removal.
Christian Tetteh Yohuno, a seasoned police officer with 40 years of experience, is expected to bring his wealth of knowledge and leadership skills to the forefront of Ghana’s law enforcement efforts.
His appointment has been hailed as a positive move, with many expecting him to lead the modernization and transformation of the Ghana Police Service.
However, the Police Service has urged the public to cooperate with the new leadership, ensuring a smooth transition.
-BY DANIEL BAMPOE
