Dampare thanks Ghanaians following his dismissal as IGP

After his successor was announced, former Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Dr. George Akuffo Dampare thanked the Ghanaian people, government, and Ghana Police Service.

Dr. Dampare thanked God and Ghanaians for their prayers, blessings, and support throughout his time as IGP in a statement released on March 14, 2025.

He said he was blown away by the kindness that well-wishers showed him both inside and beyond the nation, especially in the 24 hours after his removal.

He expressed gratitude to former President Akufo-Addo for his appointment, saying, “I wish to express my heartfelt thanks and appreciation to the former President, H.E. Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, for giving me the opportunity to serve our nation as the Inspector-General of Police and for making history as the youngest IGP in the 4th Republic.”

Additionally, Dr. Dampare thanked President John Mahama for their friendly working relationship during the brief time preceding his dismissal.

He pointed out that maintaining the police force had been made possible in large part by Ghana’s leadership.

He expressed gratitude to traditional and religious leaders for their counsel, wisdom, and prayers, calling their insights “indispensable” to his leadership style. He also thanked sister security services for their assistance, stating that law and order depended on their collaboration.

Dr. Dampare also expressed gratitude to civil society groups for their positive involvement and dialogue, which have improved the police service.

He pointed out that some of the measures implemented during his term were influenced by their campaigning. He also thanked diplomatic missions and the foreign community, emphasizing their involvement, support, and outside evaluations that shaped the police force.

He called his promotion from General Constable to IGP a “incredible opportunity to serve” as he reflected on his 35-year career in the Ghana Police Service.

“I am particularly grateful for the opportunity to serve the Ghana Police Service for the past 35 years, rising in rank from a General Constable to Inspector-General of Police, being the youngest Commissioner of Police as well as the youngest IGP in the 4th Republic” he said.

In addition, he expressed gratitude to the Police Management Board (POMAB) and all Ghana Police Service ranks, saying that their combined efforts had been crucial to preserving national security. “The contribution that the Rank and File of the Ghana Police Service has made to security, law, and order during my tenure has been enormous,” he said, praising the officers’ commitment.

Dr. Dampare reiterated his dedication to helping Ghana despite his departure, stating that his enthusiasm for national service has not diminished.

“I have served the Ghana Police Service for 35 out of my nearly 55 years of life with an unblemished record. I remain energetic, committed, and enthusiastic about serving my nation with discipline, honour, and integrity.”

Read the full statement below:

Statement By Dr George Akuffo Dampare

14th March 2025

1. With reference to the Press Statement issued on Thursday March 13, 2025, signed by The Minister for Government Communications, announcing his replacement, the former Inspector-General of Police, Dr George Akuffo Dampare, wishes to express his heartfelt gratitude to the Almighty God and the good people of Ghana for their prayers, blessings and support during his time in office.
2. He is overwhelmed by the considerable show of love and support that he has received from many loved ones and well-wishers, across the country and the rest of the world, especially over the last 24 hours.

 

3. He wishes to express his heartfelt thanks and appreciation to the former President, H.E. Nana Addo Danquah Akufo-Addo for giving him the opportunity to serve our nation as the Inspector-General of Police and for making history as the youngest IGP in the 4th Republic. He is also grateful to the current President, H.E. John Dramani Mahama, for his cordial working relationship in the short time that they worked together.

 

4. He expresses his appreciation to the various Religious and Traditional leaders for their prayers, wisdom and good counsel at all times. Their insights have been indispensable.

 

5. He thanks the heads of sister security agencies for the cooperation and steadfast support that they gave him.

 

6. He expresses his gratitude to the many Civil Society Organisations for their support and constructive input during his tenure as the IGP

 

7. He is grateful to the international community and the various diplomatic missions for their support, encouragement, reviews and engagements.

 

8. He is particularly grateful for the opportunity to serve the Ghana Police Service for the past 35 years; rising in rank from a General Constable to Inspector-General of Police, being the youngest Commissioner of Police as well as the youngest IGP in the 4th Republic. His many years in the service gave him the opportunity to serve as Director-General of almost all departments and a record two stints as DG/Welfare and DG/Administration. He remains grateful to the Police Management Board (POMAB) as well as the rank and file and wishes everyone well.

 

9. Being given the Rank of Inspector-General of Police, the highest rank attainable for any police officer, gave him an incredible opportunity to serve. The contribution that the Rank and File of the Ghana Police Service has made to Security, Law and Order during his tenure has been enormous.

 

10. He wishes to express his continuous commitment to Ghana, our beloved country, and his willingness to serve the nation that he loves. He has served the Ghana Police Service for 35 out of his nearly 55 years of life with an unblemished record. He remains energetic, committed and enthusiastic about serving his nation with discipline, honour and integrity.

 

Signed

Nana Osei Afrifa

Executive Assistant

P.O. Box CT1407, Cantonments

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Source: Ghanatodayonline.com