IGP is moving on slippery grounds — Miracles Aboagye

Communications Director for the Bawumia Campaign Team, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, has criticised the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohunu, accusing him of neglecting Ghana’s growing security challenges while engaging in selective application of the law.

Speaking on JoyNews’ AM Show, Mr. Aboagye cautioned that the IGP was “moving on slippery ground” by allegedly prioritising political disputes over pressing security threats.

He pointed to the rise in violent crimes, including tribal clashes and armed robberies, as evidence of misplaced policing priorities:

“Today it’s either tribal wars, murders, or armed robberies—even highway robberies are back. Just recently there was the Nkawkaw bypass robbery, and another on the Kumasi road. These are the issues the IGP should be focusing on,” he said.

Mr. Aboagye also referenced the IGP’s own encounter in Bawku, where his convoy reportedly came under attack, yet suspects were not arrested. Instead, he alleged, the IGP promised the attackers police recruitment if they laid down their arms.

On the remand of NPP Bono Regional Chairman Kwame Baffoe (Abronye DC), he questioned the legal basis for the decision, arguing that defamation cases should be addressed through civil channels rather than custodial measures.

He further accused the police of double standards in handling threats made by opposition figures, citing incidents involving NDC activists whom he claimed faced no consequences despite issuing threats against NPP leaders.

Mr. Aboagye urged the IGP to reflect on his legacy as his tenure draws to a close:

“Soon you will be on the other side—as a civilian. Are you going to be proud of what you are leaving behind? The police must apply the law equitably, with equal hands.”

He concluded by stressing that selective justice undermines confidence in law enforcement and erodes national security.