The new Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has told all public affairs officers of the Ghana Police Service to ensure that their interactions with the media adhere to the highest standards of credibility, integrity and impartiality.
He also asked them to be consistent in their messages to the general public.
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Speaking at a workshop for Police Public Affairs Relations officers on Thursday, March 20, COP Yohuno said “Ensure that your interaction with the media adheres to the highest standards of credibility, integrity and impartiality, and ensure consistency in our messaging across all regions and units.”
Christian Tetteh Yohuno also announced that he has reactivated all regional police command public affairs units to reinforce their mandate.
He announced this at a workshop for Police Public Relations Officers on Thursday, March 20.
COP Yohuno indicated that over the years the media has been a key stakeholder in crime-fighting efforts therefore it is important to improve on the engagements between the Police and the Inky fraternity.
He said “The current Police administration under my leadership will reactivate and invite all regional Police Public Affairs offices to re-interact and meet the ever-evolving demands of our society and media partners.
“Over the years the media has been a key stakeholder in crime-fighting efforts and has influenced public perception of our work in numerous ways. therefore it is imperative that our engagements with the media be intentional, professional and instructive and strictly align with police directives.”
Prior to this announcement, COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno reconstituted the Police management board on Tuesday, March 19.
A statement issued by the Police said that this is to ensure effective management and operation control of the Ghana Police Service.
The Board is constituted as follows:
