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Mahama pledges 40 armoured vehicles for Ghana Police Service

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President John Dramani Mahama announced that the government will procure 40 additional armoured vehicles for the Ghana Police Service to enhance tactical mobility and officer protection during high-risk operations. The new fleet will complement an initial batch of 40 armoured vehicles acquired last year, as part of a broader security reset aimed at combating violent crime.

Why it matters

Fresh Mahama security pledge delivering 40 armoured vehicles signals continued security sector investment and is a concrete government commitment that affects public safety perceptions.

3 hours ago · Joy Online

Politics

  1. Mahama pledges 40 armoured vehicles for Ghana Police Service

    President John Dramani Mahama announced that the government will procure 40 additional armoured vehicles for the Ghana Police Service to enhance tactical mobility and officer protection during high-risk operations. The new fleet will complement an initial batch of 40 armoured vehicles acquired last year, as part of a broader security reset aimed at combating violent crime.

    3 hours ago · Joy Online

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Sport

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