Tackle emerging security threats – Mahama to COP Yohuno

President John Dramani Mahama has tasked newly sworn-in Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, with implementing decisive measures to address Ghana’s evolving security challenges.

Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony on Friday, March 14, President Mahama stressed the importance of integrating traditional security methods with modern strategies to combat emerging threats.

“Traditional security methods must be adopted to confront new and emerging threats and crimes. We face increasing incidents of violence and crimes, cybercrime, and fraud, as well as new forms of organised crimes that demand sophisticated investigative techniques,” he stated.

The President also underscored global security concerns, including terrorism and transnational crime networks, emphasizing the need for intelligence-driven and proactive law enforcement.

“Additionally, the global security environment presents fresh challenges, from terrorism to transnational crime networks, which require strong intelligence gathering and proactive law enforcement. Ghanaians have high expectations of the police service; our people look to you for protection.”

IGP Yohuno’s appointment comes as part of a restructuring effort aimed at bolstering law enforcement and ensuring public safety nationwide. He replaces Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, whose removal was announced on Thursday, March 13.

Although no official reason has been provided for Dr. Dampare’s dismissal, sources suggest the move is part of a broader strategy to reform police leadership and enhance operational effectiveness