Inspector General of Police Christian Tetteh Yohuno has promoted 25 police personnel for their roles in a series of operations that led to the arrest of robbery suspects and the interception of suspected cocaine at the Tema Harbour.
Recognition for Brave Police Officers
The promotions were based on performance and contribution of the personnel to the investigations and operations. The personnel, drawn from the Bono East, Tema, and Western Central Police Regions, were recognised for their involvement in three separate operations. These operations included the arrest of six suspects in connection with a robbery involving GH¢300,000, the apprehension of four suspected members of a robbery syndicate, and the seizure of 866 parcels of suspected cocaine.
Specific Operations Recognised
One of the operations for which the personnel were recognised was a robbery on July 19 along the Portor to Kawempe stretch off the Kintampo-Buipe Highway. Six suspects were arrested in connection with the robbery, during which GH¢300,000 was reportedly stolen from a victim. The operation formed part of the police response to robbery-related incidents along the highway and resulted in the arrest of the suspects believed to have been involved in the incident.
Additional Promotions for Valuable Service
The personnel involved in the operation were subsequently considered for promotion based on their contribution to the arrests. Another group of personnel was recognised for their role in the arrest of four suspected members of a robbery syndicate linked to a violent robbery at Wassa Akropong in the Tarkwa area. The arrests were part of investigations into the robbery and efforts by the police to identify and apprehend individuals suspected of belonging to the syndicate.
Promoted Personnel
Among those promoted are Chief Inspectors Bede Nwinbomeh and Joe Tetteh, who have also been granted automatic entry to the Police Academy. Other promoted personnel include General Sergeants Elijah Ndaga Yinimi and Kaifan Sulemanna, as well as General Corporals Owusu Ansah Evans and Tansang Jonathan. General Lance Corporals Osei Christopher Bonny, Kyei Francis, Ofori Francis, Anim Dominic, and Asante Isaac were also promoted.
Commitment to Public Safety
The police administration said the promotions were granted in recognition of dedication, professionalism, courage, and commitment in the discharge of police duties. The move also reflects the administration's decision to recognise officers whose work contributes directly to criminal investigations, arrests, and the interception of illicit drugs. Chief Inspectors Nwinbomeh and Tetteh's automatic entry to the Police Academy represents an additional recognition of their service.
Future Recognition of Police Contributions
The IGP and members of the Police Management Board (POMAB) congratulated the promoted personnel and urged them to maintain the standards that led to their elevation. The police administration also indicated that it would continue to recognise personnel whose work contributes to crime prevention, investigations, and public safety. This move signals a renewed commitment to rewarding officers who put in the hard work and make a real difference in the fight against crime.
Source: Joy Online
