Speaking on Metro TV’s Good Morning Ghana, Mr. Pratt said Dampare brought a disciplined approach to law enforcement that resonated nationwide.

He recalled that Dampare insisted laws applied to everyone, including ministers and MPs who were arrested for breaking traffic regulations. “While the stance earned him critics,” Pratt argued, “it strengthened public confidence.”

Pratt also raised concerns about internal divisions that emerged under Dampare, citing an incident on the day of his retirement when some officers reportedly celebrated at the Police Headquarters by handing out GH¢200 notes. He described such factional behaviour as unhealthy for a security institution and harmful to command structures.

On the current IGP, Pratt observed that Yohuno’s leadership has so far been quiet and without major defining moments. He added that this lack of drama could also be advantageous, as stability in a sensitive security agency is valuable.

Pratt suggested that President John Dramani Mahama’s decision to extend Yohuno’s tenure might be aimed at easing competition within the service over succession. “I don’t know why the President extended his tenure, but if it’s to deal with the competition over who takes over, then I must commend him,” he said.

Despite ongoing debates over leadership, Pratt reaffirmed his respect for Dampare, emphasizing that the former IGP left a lasting mark on Ghana’s policing culture.

According to sources from MyJoyOnline, the recommendation has been forwarded to President John Mahama for approval.

If approved, the extension will allow IGP Yohuno to continue leading the Ghana Police Service through ongoing reforms, modernisation efforts, and other critical national security operations.

Mr Yohuno was appointed IGP by President Mahama, in consultation with the Council of State, on March 13, 2025, and was sworn in the following day, succeeding Dr George Akuffo Dampare.

Prior to his appointment, he served as Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of Operations, a role he assumed in July 2024 under former President Nana Akufo-Addo.

The proposed extension, if granted, will help maintain continuity in leadership as the Police Service advances key initiatives in security and personnel development.

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This appointment follows the advice of the Police Council at its meeting held today, Wednesday, 17th July 2024, during which COP Yohuno’s exceptional credentials and dedication to duty were acknowledged.

COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno is a distinguished law enforcement officer with a career spanning over three decades.

He has held various key positions within the Ghana Police Service.

President Akufo-Addo extends his heartfelt congratulations to COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno on his well-deserved appointment and wishes him the very best in the discharge of his duties.

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