In a move that has sent shockwaves through the Ghanaian law enforcement community, Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Dr. George Akuffo Dampare has been relieved of his duties. The news, which was first reported by a netizen on X, has been met with a mix of surprise and speculation ¹.
Dr. Dampare was appointed as the IGP by President Nana Akufo-Addo on July 21, 2021, and his tenure was marked by controversy and criticism. Despite his efforts to reform the police service, Dr. Dampare faced accusations of promoting officers without proper procedures and transferring officers without due process ¹.
The decision to relieve Dr. Dampare of his duties is believed to have been made by President John Dramani Mahama, who has been under pressure to make changes to the police leadership. The Minister for Interior, Muntaka Mohammed Mubarak, had previously stated that the decision to remove or maintain Dr. Dampare would rest with the President ¹.
The sacking of Dr. Dampare has sparked a heated debate, with some praising the move as a necessary step towards reforming the police service, while others have criticized it as a politically motivated decision. Retired ACP Dr. Benjamin Kwasi Agordzo, a senior officer of the Ghana Police Service, has been vocal in his criticism of Dr. Dampare, describing him as the "worst" IGP in Ghana's history ¹.
As the news of Dr. Dampare's sacking continues to unfold, many are left wondering what this means for the future of the Ghana Police Service. One thing is certain, however: the incoming IGP will face significant challenges in restoring public trust and confidence in the police service.
A new IGP is expected to be announced by President Mahama this week, and many will be watching with bated breath to see who will take the reins of the Ghana Police Service. As the country waits with anticipation, one thing is clear: the sacking of Dr. Dampare marks a new chapter in the history of the Ghana Police Service, and it remains to be seen what the future holds.
blogpay
Total Comments: 0