The Ghana Police Service has acquired 40 new armoured vehicles to bolster its operational capabilities and improve public safety nationwide. The handover ceremony occurred on Thursday, December 4, with the attendance of President John Mahama, government officials, and police leadership.
During his address to the officers at the event, Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Christian Tetteh Yohunu assured that the vehicles would be deployed strategically and maintained properly to fulfil their intended purposes, expressing gratitude to the government for its support.
“We would like to sincerely convey our deep appreciation to the government for considering our needs and prioritising our welfare. We assure you that the vehicles will be maintained effectively and deployed strategically to meet the intended goals,” he stated.
The ceremony also featured the presence of Interior Minister Muntaka Mubarak, along with several senior police officials, underscoring the government’s dedication to aiding law enforcement agencies.
IGP Yohunu highlighted that the new vehicles would greatly enhance the Service’s capacity to respond to emergencies, secure communities, and uphold law and order.
He encouraged officers to utilise these assets responsibly and to persist in their mission of safeguarding life and property throughout the nation.
