President John Dramani Mahama has relieved Dr George Akuffo Dampare of his duties as Inspector-General of Police (IGP).
The President has appointed his deputy, Commissioner of Police (COP) Christian Tetteh Yohuno as his replacement. This decision was announced in a press statement issued by the presidency on Thursday, March 13, and signed by the Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu.
The statement indicated that President Mahama made the appointment in accordance with Articles 91 and 202 of the 1992 Constitution in consultation with the Council of State.
He’s expected to be sworn into office on Friday, March 14.
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