Accra: President John Dramani Mahama has handed over 100 pick-up vehicles to Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, the Inspector General of Police, for distribution to all Police regional offices in the country.
According to Ghana News Agency, this presentation follows the President's recent handover of 40 armoured vehicles to the Ghana Police Service in December 2025. During the handover ceremony at the Police Headquarters in Accra, President Mahama emphasized the government's commitment to retooling the Police Service with tangible actions rather than mere words. He highlighted the importance of consistency in security measures, stating that the commissioning of these vehicles is a fulfillment of the government's pledge to bolster internal security and safety.
President Mahama remarked that the Ghana Police Service is the most prominent arm of the state security apparatus, often being the first to respond to dangers in communities, on highways, or in markets. He asserted that providing logistics and tools is essential for demanding results, which is why the current vehicle commissioning is significant. The President described the 100 pick-ups as the first batch of several to be presented, aiming to improve patrols, reduce response times, and extend policing to hard-to-reach areas, thereby enhancing police visibility nationwide.
He also stressed that security requires thorough planning, investment, and sustained support, rather than relying on speeches. The vehicle commissioning is part of a strategic effort to modernize Ghana's security framework. President Mahama entrusted the vehicles to the Inspector General of Police and the Police Service leadership, urging their proper deployment, professional use, and careful maintenance. He warned against misuse, waste, or indiscipline, emphasizing that every resource for national security must provide real value to the Ghanaian people.
The President underscored the importance of professionalism and accountability, asserting that a strong Police Service must be lawful and respect human rights. He issued a stern warning against harming police officers, pledging to deal ruthlessly with offenders.
Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno expressed gratitude to the President for his leadership and support, noting that under Mahama's administration, police retooling transitioned from rhetoric to reality. He assured the President of the Police Service's loyalty, commitment, and readiness to fulfill its mandate, pledging to protect and wisely deploy the new assets in the service of peace, safety, and national stability.