Ghana Police Service Promotes 12,802 Officers

Inspector-General of Police Christian Tetteh Yohuno approved the promotion of 12,802 officers within the Ghana===Ghana Police Service between January and early February 2026. This action cleared a backlog of promotions, some dating back 10 years, and covered ranks from Lance Corporal to Chief Inspector. The promotions were largely administrative and based on special recommendations, adhering to the Police Service Regulations, 2012 (C.I 76). Approximately 11,900 officers were elevated for exceeding the stipulated four-year period in their positions, while 600 received promotions based on special recommendations. The Ghana===Ghana Police Service Secretariat refuted allegations of nepotism, asserting that due process was followed. Petitions from officers regarding unfair treatment, delays, and posthumous promotions for those who died in the line of duty were also addressed.