Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Christian Tetteh Yohuno has undertaken a significant reshuffle within the top command structure of the Ghana Police Service, reassigning several senior officers to new roles.
The changes, which take immediate effect, form part of efforts to strengthen leadership, improve operational efficiency, and enhance security management nationwide. The reshuffle affects key command positions at both national and regional levels.
According to the Police Administration, the exercise is intended to inject fresh energy into the command structure while ensuring that officers with the requisite experience are placed in strategic roles to address emerging security challenges.
The reorganisation covers Directors-General, Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCOPs), and regional commanders, with the aim of strengthening operations and improving service delivery across the country.
Under the new arrangement:
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COP Dr Sayibu Pabi Gariba moves from Director-General in charge of Technology to head the National Administration and Professional Development (NAPD) Directorate.
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COP Iddi Lansah Seidu has been reassigned from Welfare to serve as Director-General for Technology.
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COP Dr Vance Baba Gariba shifts from Operations to become Director-General for Research and Planning.
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COP Emmanuel Teye-Cudjoe moves from the Police Professional Standards Bureau (PPSB) to head Operations.
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DCOP Darko Offei Lomotey leaves Research and Planning to take charge of the PPSB.
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DCOP Eric Ken Winful moves from NAPD to oversee Welfare.
Regional and technical commands were also affected:
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DCOP Charles K. Adu has been appointed Eastern Sector Regional Commander.
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DCOP Isaac Asante has been transferred from the Eastern Region to the National Headquarters.
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DCOP George B. Ohene Boadi now serves as Central Regional Commander.
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DCOP George Ankomah moves from Central MTTD/Ashanti Region to become Eastern North Regional Commander.
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DCOP Alex Kodjo Wowolo, formerly Director of ICT at the National Headquarters, now heads Central MTTD/Ashanti Region.
According to the Police Administration, the postings are part of ongoing reforms aimed at repositioning the Service through stronger leadership, improved coordination, and enhanced operational performance across all units.
Officers affected by the reshuffle are expected to report to their new duty stations without delay. The Administration has also urged personnel to continue discharging their responsibilities with dedication and loyalty as the Service works to safeguard lives and property.
The latest changes come at a time when the Ghana Police Service is intensifying efforts to improve public safety, crime prevention, and community policing across the country.
