Former IGP Mohammed Alhassan Calls for Restoration of Police Pride and Professionalism

Former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Mohammed Alhassan has urged personnel of the Ghana Police Service to recommit themselves to professionalism, discipline, and public trust. Speaking at the launch of his memoir, “A Life of Service in Law Enforcement and Global Peacekeeping,” Alhassan emphasized that every officer has a role in restoring the Service’s image.

Launch Highlights

The memoir launch was attended by high-profile dignitaries from the security sector, diplomatic corps, traditional leadership, and academia. Togbuiga Sri III, Awoamefia of Anlo and retired Commissioner of Police, described the launch as a landmark moment in Ghana’s law enforcement history. “For the first time in our nation’s history, a former IGP has taken the bold step to document and share his lived experiences — from barracks life to international service and the apex of policing in Ghana,” he said.

A Call to Action

Alhassan’s memoir is not just a personal account but a leadership guide and institutional blueprint. He lamented the discontinuation of critical reform initiatives within the Service, which he believes has slowed progress in professionalism and accountability. “Every officer — whether a Constable, Sergeant, or Senior Commander — has a role to play in restoring the pride and professionalism of the Ghana Police Service,” Alhassan stated.

Key Takeaways

Alhassan urged officers to view the police uniform as a badge of service, integrity, and justice.
Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, in his remarks, described the memoir as “a call to national action” and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening peacekeeping capacities, including the formation of an all-female Formed Police Unit.
Current IGP Christian Tetteh Yohuno praised Alhassan’s vision and reforms, including the establishment of key training institutions.
The memoir is already being hailed as a must-read for security professionals, policymakers, and young officers committed to restoring public confidence in law enforcement.

Legacy Project

Togbuiga Sri III described the memoir as a “legacy project” — one that serves as a valuable resource for future generations of police officers, policymakers, and citizens seeking insight into the evolution of policing in Ghana. “Let us be inspired. Let us support this work not just to honour the author, but to encourage others in documenting and contributing to our collective development,” he said.

A National Reflection

The launch was not just a book launch but a moment of national reflection. Many hailed the memoir as a timely and necessary contribution to Ghana’s security discourse. Alhassan’s memoir is a call to action, urging officers to restore public confidence in law enforcement and promote professionalism and accountability within the Service.