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The number of robbery cases recorded in 2024 within the operational zone of Western Region was thirteen (13) according to statistics from the Ghana Police Service (GPS)
According to Deputy Commissioner of Police, (DCOP) Mr. Osei Akoto, the Western Regional Police Command is therefore committed to change the narrative in terms of prevention and management of crime within the jurisdiction.
This is because, Ghana Police Service, according to the commander, plays vital role in maintaining law and order, protecting lives and property, while preventing and detecting crime, as well as ensuring public safety in course of delivering on its mandate.
Briefing Chairman of the Regional Security Council (REGSEC) and Western Regional Minister Hon Joseph Nelson, on performance of the command and its architecture, he assured the Minister that with a focused mind on police community engagement, proactive policing, and effective collaboration with other security agencies, the command, he indicated would surely improve service delivery and quality of security in the region
The Western Region, according to the commander, is divided into Western and Western Central Police Regions for operational purposes, with 5 divisions, 11 districts, and 38 police stations dotted across the specific zonal areas.
Mr. Osei Akoto highlighted the command’s successes, including a significant reduction in violent crimes, with only 13 robbery cases recorded in 2024.
All these achievements notwithstanding, he confirmed that challenges confronting their operations still persist, including the threat of environmental degradation from illegal miners (galamsey activities) chieftaincy disputes, and road traffic offences including accidents.
In response, Western Regional Minister, Hon. Joseph Nelson, emphasized the need for a collaborative approach to addressing these challenges, particularly galamsey, which affects the entire nation.
*Key Challenges:*
He condemned environmental degradation and the threat being posed by national security
In the region, the number of chieftaincy disputes, the Minister observed is alarming
Aside that, another issue he identified has to do with an alarming rate of fatalities, particularly along the Agona Nkwanta area
Police, government, and community stakeholders, the Minister underscores, must work together to address these challenges.
The Minister revealed his administration would support the police to continue to employ community-based policing, strategies for their proactive patrols.
Minister Nelson explained the essence of regular engagement between police and community leaders, with support from the Regional Minister and other stakeholders.
