Dampare conspicuously missing from meeting with former IGPs

The immediate-past Inspector General of Police, Dr George Akuffo Dampare was conspicuously missing from a meeting by his successor with former IGPs.

MyNewsGh.com confirmed from the Police Headquarters that the current IGP, Mr Christian Tetteh Yohunu, met with his former superiors to solicit their input aimed at ensuring that he gives off his best.

Among the former Police Chiefs who attended the meeting were Mr David Asante Apeatu, Mrs Mills—Robertson, Nana Owusu Nsiah, Mr CK Dewornu, Mr Owusu Poku, Mr. PK Acheampong, Mr John Kudalor, and Mr James Oppong-Boanuh.

It is interesting, however, that the former IGP who was removed weeks ago was not at the meeting despite sources indicating he was duly invited. No reason was assigned for his absence in the Wednesday, April 2, 2025 meeting, which many have lauded the current IGP for.

Meanwhile, the Ghana Police Service in a post about the meeting said it was to seek their counsel and share experiences to enhance the administrative and operational effectiveness of the Police Service.

“The meeting which was also aimed at strengthening collaboration between the current leadership of the Ghana Police Service and its past leadership was attended by the following former IGPs: Mr. C.K Dewornu, Mr. Ernest Owusu Poku, Nana Owusu-Nsiah, Mr. Patrick Acheampong, Mrs Elizabeth Mills-Robertson, Dr John Kudalor, Mr David Asante-Apeatu and Mr. James Oppong Boanuh.

The key issues discussed at the meeting include; personnel welfare, crime-fighting efforts across the country, stakeholder engagements, ongoing reforms in the Police Service and other general issues affecting the Ghana Police Service as well as the security, law and order in the country.

The meeting ended with a commitment to hold regular engagements for the growth and development of the Ghana Police Service.”