President Mahama tasked the new IGP to root out corruption from the Police Service

Alfred Abaah March 15, 2025

President John Dramani Mahama has highlighted the urgent need to eradicate corruption within the Ghana Police Service, demanding greater transparency and accountability in law enforcement.

Following the swearing-in of the Inspector General of Police (IGP), COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno, at the Jubilee House in Accra on Friday, President Mahama highlighted the damaging effects of corruption on justice and public trust.

He said, “Mr. IGP, your role will also involve rooting out corruption within the service.”

The president stressed that unethical practices within the police force take away public confidence and weaken the foundation of the justice system.

He added, “Corruption in law enforcement undermines justice and weakens public confidence in our security agencies.”

President Mahama also called on the new IGP to take decisive actions against all forms of misconduct, from bribery to abuse of power, ensuring that officers uphold integrity in their duties.

The president said, “It is crucial that all forms of unethical behavior, from bribery to the abuse of power, are decisively dealt with.”

President Mahama also underscored the need for a transparent and accountable police service that prioritizes the interests of the public, reinforcing the government’s commitment to strengthening law enforcement institutions.