Ghanaian media personality, Nana Romeo says IGP position should be free from political influence
Ghanaian entertainment pundit and media personality, Nana Romeo, has called for the position of the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to be free from politics.
In a discussion on United Showbiz on July 13, 2025, Nana Romeo explained that because the role of the IGP is politically motivated, individuals who occupy the position are not able to work to the fullest without the fear of being sacked by a sitting government.
“I would suggest that the position of the IGP should not be a political appointment. If a government appoints an IGP, he is limited in taking actions in fear of being sacked by the sitting government,” he said.
Nana Romeo suggested that an individual can occupy the IGP role through a vote within the Ghana Police Service.
According to him, people appointed to occupy the IGP role through vote would prevent political inferences.
“I would suggest that the next IGP appointment should be done through votes. If such a thing happens, no political party can influence a person. That would give him the mandate to work without fear,” he expounded.
Nana Romeo’s comment comes in response to the recent election violence that transpired at the just-ended Ablekuma North election rerun on July 11, 2025.
During the election, tensions escalated with reports of voter intimidation, violent clashes, and arrests involving individuals wearing unapproved uniforms.
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Ablekuma North violence: The IGP position should be free from political appointments – Nana Romeo #UnitedShowbiz pic.twitter.com/WSVPlUtmvS
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