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The commissioning of 320 new housing units for the Police Service in Tesano, Accra, by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is a significant step towards improving the welfare of Ghana’s security forces.
This achievement is a critical first step in enhancing national security and safety and is evidence of the government’s commitment to bettering living circumstances for security personnel.
Speaking to the crowd, President Akufo-Addo congratulated Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, the Commissioner of Police, on his advancement to the position of Deputy Inspector General of Police, overseeing Operations. The President conveyed trust in Deputy IGP Yohuno’s sustained dedication to promoting a proficient and productive law enforcement agency.
The ceremony underscored the fulfillment of a vision conceived in 2018 during President Akufo-Addo’s first term. The Security Services Housing Project aims to provide decent housing for the nation’s dedicated security personnel. “These 320 housing units symbolize our resolve to ensure that those who risk their lives daily to protect us have a safe and comfortable place to call home,” the President stated.
Highlighting the importance of adequate housing, President Akufo-Addo emphasized that access to decent accommodation significantly boosts the morale and effectiveness of police officers. A well-housed police force, he noted, is inherently more motivated and productive. With the provision of these new units, the government aims to create an environment where officers can focus on their critical duties without the added concern of inadequate living conditions.
The commissioning of these housing units is a clear demonstration of the Akufo-Addo administration’s commitment to addressing the housing deficit within the security services. Acknowledging the challenges faced by police officers and their families, the President reiterated the government’s determination to provide solutions that alleviate these difficulties. This initiative reflects a broader agenda to ensure that every Ghanaian, irrespective of profession or rank, has access to decent and affordable housing.
The President provided a brief history of the Security Services Housing Programme, initiated in 2018 with the goal of increasing the housing stock for security services. To date, the Ministry of Works and Housing has successfully delivered 536 housing units under Phases I and II of the programme. Phase I, completed in 2014, provided 168 units for the then Bureau of National Investigations in Tema. Phase II, completed in 2018, delivered 368 units for the Ghana Navy at Tema Newtown.
Today’s event celebrated the completion of Phase III, which comprises 320 new housing units at the Tesano Police Training School. The units include 112 two-bedroom apartments and 208 three-bedroom apartments, along with an officers’ mess, a social centre, two multipurpose playing courts, and a kindergarten. These modern, well-equipped facilities are designed to improve the quality of life for police officers and their families, creating a conducive environment that enhances operational readiness and motivation.
President Akufo-Addo stressed that the benefits of this project extend beyond providing shelter. The improved living conditions foster a sense of security and stability for police officers and their families, which he believes will be reflected in their dedication to duty. The project is part of a comprehensive strategy to enhance the capacity of security agencies, including the provision of modern equipment, advanced training, and better working conditions.
Acknowledging the collaborative efforts behind the project, the President commended the Ministry of Works and Housing, the Ministry of the Interior, the Police Service, and all stakeholders involved. Their collective efforts have ensured the successful completion of these housing units.
President Akufo-Addo spoke to the officers who would soon inhabit the new flats in his closing comments, referring to the housing as a prize for their devotion to the country and their loyalty. He underlined that this commissioning is a component of larger measures to guarantee that security personnel are adequately prepared to serve the country, and he reiterated the government’s continued commitment to enhancing the living circumstances of all security personnel.
In order to create a Ghana where every person feels safe, protected, and respected, the President formally opened Phase III of the Security Services Housing Project. In closing, he blessed the country and the Police Service and urged further efforts at national development.
“May God bless the Police Service, and us all, and may God bless our homeland Ghana, and make her great and strong,” President Akufo-Addo concluded.
President Akufo-Addo has received praise from Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, the Inspector General of Police (IGP), who called him a “legacy president” for putting police personnel welfare first.
During the official inauguration of 320 Police Service houses at the Tesano Police Training School, the Inspector General of Police (IGP) emphasized several accomplishments accomplished by President Akufo-Addo since he into office.
Dr. Dampare pointed out that the president has substantially improved police logistics by supplying a variety of tools, such as more than 4,000 motorcycles that have been dispersed around the country.
He said that under President Akufo-Addo’s direction, police had now reached previously unpoliced areas, lowering crime and elevating Ghana to the status of one of the world’s most peaceful nations.
Moreover, the IGP mentioned the establishment of 181 Regional Formed Police Units, each comprising an average of 35 police officers equipped with vehicles and motorbikes, strategically positioned across the country.
This initiative, spearheaded by President Akufo-Addo, he noted has enhanced the operational capacity of the Police Service and improved security nationwide.
Source: Ghanatodayonline.com
