The Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has commended personnel of the Ghana Police Service for their dedication and sacrifices in maintaining peace and security across the country.
He said the conduct of police officers plays a critical role in shaping public confidence in the state and urged Regional Commanders to strengthen leadership, accountability and professionalism within their respective jurisdictions.
The Minister made the call on Friday, August 21, 2026, at the National Police Headquarters in Accra during the opening ceremony of the Police Regional Command Conference.
According to him, the growing security expectations of the Ghanaian public require a Police Service that is professional, accountable and responsive to the needs of citizens.
He urged Regional Commanders to lead by example and ensure that officers under their command uphold the highest standards of discipline and professionalism in the discharge of their duties.
Mr Muntaka also highlighted technology-driven initiatives being introduced to modernise policing and improve the Service’s ability to prevent and investigate crime.
Among the initiatives is the TRAFITECH automated road traffic enforcement system, which is expected to enhance road traffic monitoring and enforcement.
He also mentioned the National Criminal Automated Biometric Identification System, which is aimed at strengthening criminal identification and supporting investigations.
The Interior Minister disclosed that more than 700 digital enrolment stations are expected to be deployed nationwide by the end of 2026.
He said the expansion of digital systems would enhance intelligence-led policing, improve investigations and strengthen crime prevention efforts.
Addressing the conference, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, said Ghanaians expected a Police Service that was professional, visible, competent, just and trusted.
He therefore urged Regional Commanders to provide effective leadership and take decisions that would contribute to the transformation of the Police Service.
The IGP also stressed the importance of collaboration within Ghana’s national security architecture, urging Commanders to deepen engagement and strengthen security cooperation with other security agencies.
The conference brought together members of the Police Management Board (POMAB), the Chief Director at the Ministry of the Interior, the Medical Director of the Police Hospital, the Commandant of the Police Academy and Regional Police Commanders from across the country.
The engagement is expected to provide an opportunity for the Police leadership to assess security challenges, strengthen coordination and identify measures to improve policing and public safety nationwide.
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