Richard Kumordor Praises IGP Yohunu’s Reforms, Highlights Impact on Police Promotions

Renowned security consultant Richard Kumordor has commended the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohunu, for what he describes as transformative reforms within the Ghana Police Service.

According to Kumordor, the current IGP has made the Police Service more attractive through his professionalism and operational style.

In a zoom interview on Kessben TV’s Digest, he noted that Yohunu’s leadership has not only improved the image of the service but also boosted morale among personnel.

He further revealed that the IGP has taken steps to compensate families of officers who lost their lives in the line of duty, describing the move as compassionate and necessary.

Touching on promotions within the service, Kumordor contrasted the current administration with that of former IGP George Akuffo Dampare, indicating that promotion-related issues were a major setback during the latter’s tenure. He cited instances where some officers reportedly pursued legal action over grievances linked to promotions.

Kumordor praised Yohunu for addressing long-standing promotion backlogs, including advancing officers whose promotions had been delayed for up to a decade.

He described the initiative as laudable and a significant step toward fairness and motivation within the service.

He added that the renewed focus on merit and recognition has encouraged more officers to take up field duties, as they believe their professionalism and performance will now be acknowledged by leadership.

Explaining how promotions are determined, Kumordor said the Police Service operates a standardized Human Resource procedure that allows officers to be promoted after serving between four to five years.

He also noted that exceptional performance can fast-track promotions, while in some cases, handpicked promotions may not necessarily depend on years of service.

Kumordor concluded that the IGP has demonstrated the kind of leadership needed to move the Ghana Police Service forward, urging continued support for ongoing reforms.