Accra: Director General of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service (GPS), Lydia Yaako Donkor, has confirmed that the Service is conducting a comprehensive investigation into the Tamale incident involving artist Ibrahim Mahama stating that no stones will be left unturned.
According to Ghana Web, Donkor stated that the matter has been transferred to the Criminal Investigation Department to ensure an impartial and professional inquiry. 'The family of Ibrahim Mahama and his delegation met with the Inspector General of Police and the Police Management Board, and the IGP has directed that the case should be transferred to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for a thorough investigation,' she said. She explained that both her department and the Director-General of the Police Professional Standards Bureau will take over the investigation.
Donkor further elaborated that the investigation is ongoing, and assurances were made that all parties will be informed of the findings once the investigation is concluded. When questioned about the investigation's progress, she mentioned that she could not yet discuss the specifics of the case. 'We are just about to take over the case, but the assurance is that it's not a matter that we are going to downplay. The IGP has shown commitment by inviting the victim,' she noted.
In response to concerns about whether the case was receiving special attention due to Ibrahim Mahama's high-profile status, Donkor clarified that the transfer of cases to headquarters is based on the case's complexity and the level of investigation required, not the victim's status. 'It happens sometimes. It's all within the purview of the IGP, depending on the levels of the investigations. Across the country, we have competent officers at every region, district, and division capable of handling investigations,' she said. She emphasized that transferring cases requiring extra expertise or resources to the headquarters is standard procedure.
Donkor assured the public that the Service is committed to treating cases fairly and without bias. She addressed public concerns regarding high-profile cases that receive significant publicity but are later dropped, emphasizing the Service's dedication to transparency. 'We handle cases professionally, and no case is left unchecked, irrespective of the person involved,' she added.
The Tamale incident involving Ibrahim Mahama has garnered widespread attention, prompting calls for a transparent and timely investigation.