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Why Dampare can no longer be in the Police Service – Retired Officer

Retired Commissioner of Police (COP) George Alex Mensah has stated that Dr. George Akuffo Dampare’s career in the Ghana Police Service has effectively ended following his removal as Inspector General of Police (IGP).

Speaking on Dwaso Nsem on Adom FM, COP Mensah explained that the IGP position is the highest rank in the Service, and once an officer is removed from it, there is no further role for them unless reassigned by the government.

“He can no longer be in the Service because he has been removed unless the government decides to reassign him,” he stated.

When asked about his assessment of Dr. Dampare’s leadership, he was critical, saying, “His tenure wasn’t impressive, and I have said that before. If there is someone we need to talk about, it is the new one, not him. He is in the past, he is an ex. He did nothing.”

COP Mensah also noted that reported celebrations among some police officers following Dampare’s removal reflect dissatisfaction within the Service.

“There is no personal issue between us, but the police personnel can testify. Why do you think people are jubilating? He has done his part, and the time is up for him to go. He was not the first and won’t be the last,” he added.

President John Dramani Mahama, on Thursday, March 13, 2025, appointed COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno as the new IGP, replacing Dr. Dampare.

The appointment, announced by Minister of Government Communication Felix Kwakye Ofosu, was made in consultation with the Council of State.

With 40 years of service, COP Yohuno is expected to lead the modernization and transformation of the Ghana Police Service.

Barring any unforeseen circumstances, he will be sworn in today, March 14, 2025, at a ceremony at Jubilee House.

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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