Crime & Punishment of Monday, 1 September 2025
Source: Ghana Police Service
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohonu, has met with the Special Operations Team deployed to Bole, urging them to remain steadfast in their mandate to safeguard peace, law and order in the Savannah Region.
The engagement took place during a strategic visit by the team to the Savannah Regional Police Headquarters in Damongo.
Addressing the officers, the IGP delivered a motivational message, reminding them of the need to remain professional, disciplined and committed to duty.
He stressed the importance of vigilance, proactive policing and ethical conduct, while underscoring the team’s crucial role in ensuring lasting peace in the region.
Yohonu also called for stronger collaboration with other security agencies, emphasizing unity, coordination and efficiency as key pillars of effective law enforcement.
As part of his directives, the IGP tasked the team with intensifying daily patrols, especially in boundary areas of Bole affected by recent displacements, with a focus on securing vulnerable communities.
Following the engagement, the Special Operations Team returned to Bole to continue routine operations, including community patrols, intelligence gathering and conflict-prevention initiatives.
Their sustained presence since deployment has significantly contributed to maintaining order and restoring public confidence in the area.

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