The Vice President and Chairman of the Ghana Police Council, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has urged the Ghana Police Service to focus on ensuring a peaceful, transparent, and incident-free general election scheduled for December.
During a ceremony held on Wednesday, October 30, to inaugurate 430 newly promoted Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASP) at the National Police Training School in Accra, Dr. Bawumia emphasized the critical function of the police in protecting democracy and maintaining public confidence.
He praised the police for their commitment to overseeing previous elections, which have played a vital role in fostering peace and stability in Ghana.
Nevertheless, Dr. Bawumia warned against any sense of complacency, encouraging the service to enhance its efforts in light of the current security challenges and increased political tensions.
Every election comes with its own challenges, but we are confident in the professionalism of the police. The police are central to elections in Ghana, and officers must act with responsibility.
He additionally underscored the significance of impartial, equitable, and resolute law enforcement, which has historically cultivated a sense of hope.
He referenced the recent voter registration and exhibition initiative as a benchmark of commendable behavior, instilling assurance for the forthcoming election.
You have achieved this before, and we are counting on you to maintain high professional standards in the discharge of your duties. The Ghana Police Service is setting the tone for a peaceful and incident-free election.
The Vice President emphasized the government’s dedication to enhancing police training, logistics, and equipment, pointing out that these resources are essential for improving the service’s ability to effectively handle both electoral security and general law enforcement.
