This commendation by the President attests to the growing confidence of the citizenry in the police service.
In recent times, personnel of the Ghana Police Service appear to have arisen from a deep slumber with massive arrests of criminals and interception of illicit drugs and arms and ammunition in various parts of the country.
If there is anything to go by, the protests by residents of Tamale against the withdrawal of a “Black Maria” squad sends a signal that the police are doing something right.
The speed and alacrity with which they arrest criminals after crimes have been committed, including nipping nefarious activities of criminals in the bud, strengthen the confidence of the citizenry that they are safe.
We have moved from the era of “we know where the suspects and victims are” to timely deliverables.
This has actually enhanced the public sense of security and trust in the police.
Crime front
In most of the crime busts, Mr Yohuno’s leadership in enhancing intelligence-led operations has been critical to the achievements.
This has led to the deployment of anti-robbery teams patrolling locations previously known for crimes and drastically reducing incidents of robbery.
On Monday, February 23, 2026, the Police announced the arrest of a notorious carjacking syndicate linked to multiple murders in the Ashanti and Western regions.
The group, known as the Duku Syndicate, is alleged to be responsible for the robbery of a Toyota Hilux pickup and the murder of its owner, Eric Amankwa, father-in-law of Goldbod CEO Sammy Gyamfi.
The syndicate also allegedly murdered the driver of the Ashanti Regional Secretary of the Ghana National Association of Teachers and made away with his Toyota Hilux pickup.
This is aside from the busting of a rural bank syndicate, the murder of mobile money vendors in Kumasi, Koforidua, Aflao, as well as the activities of the Wa and Bole serial killers.
Commitment
The IGP’s commitment to improving internal security, in collaboration with other sister security agencies, has not been limited to fighting crime alone.
During the New Patriotic Party presidential primary on January 31, 2026, many feared for the worst in Bawku due to the conflict.
But the IGP put in the requisite measures in place and it came off peacefully. So were the Akwatia and Ayawaso East parliamentary by-elections.
It was only during the Ablekuma North re-run that nasty incidents took place, but the police swiftly dealt with them by arresting and prosecuting the suspects.
In order to meet targets set by the President, Mr Yohuno knows he cannot achieve them without the support of his dedicated team.
This has led to prioritisation of personnel welfare, timely release of administrative promotions, and acknowledging and rewarding performance through promotions.
Also, 50 personnel have secured academic scholarships this academic year.
MTTD
Commendable as these successes are, the IGP must look at the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) and the nagging problem of land guards.
Some personnel of the MTTD just mount road checks to collect money from drivers – trotro and DV plate users.
For instance, those at the ECOBANK office near the Frontline Pharmacy at Adabraka, and those at the Adabraka Official Town Presby Church, where some come from 6:00a.m. to 9:00a.m., and another batch takes over from 10:00a.m.
Developers in new sites are also tormented by land guards, some of whom come in the company of security personnel.
Mr IGP, you have earned your keep, and even those who opposed your two-year contract extension are now singing your praise.
