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Police Management Board

Also known as: POMAB

Governance body that collaborates with Ghana's Inspector-General of Police on regional security and internal police matters, including personnel promotions and interfaith dialogue initiatives.

2026-05-022026-09-14

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  1. September 2026
  2. Joy Online

    re disclosed that, due to their extraordinary performance, which went beyond their ordinary duties, the officers were promoted on 12 August 2026 to their next ranks in a special ceremony at the Police Headquarters by the Inspector-General of Police and the Police Management Board

    Upper West Regional Minister lauds 4 police officers for busting deadly gang
  3. August 2026
  4. Daily Guide

    The Inspector General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, and members of the Police Management Board (POMAB) have received the Democracy Cup trophy from the Speaker of Parliament’s delegation ahead of the main tournament scheduled for Friday, August 28 at the Baba Yara Sports Sta

    IGP, NCCE Boss Receive Democracy Cup Trophy Ahead of Match
  5. The Chronicle

    Last week, Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Christian Tetteh Yohunu and the Police Management Board (POMAB) convened Ghana’s religious leaders for a high-level interfaith meeting at National Police Headquarters.

    Editorial: Let Religious Tolerance Prevail
  6. The Ghanaian Times

    The Inspector-General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, together with the Police Management Board (POMAB), met with religious leaders today at the National Police Headquarters in a bid to ease rising tensions across the country.

    IGP calls for peace as religious eaders unite to calm tensions
  7. The Chronicle

    The Inspector-General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohunu, has called on Christian and Muslim leaders to demonstrate interfaith unity publicly rather than confine messages of tolerance to their sermons, in remarks made when he and the Police Management Board (POMAB) met religious

    Yohunu charges Christian, Muslim leaders to show public unity, not just preach tolerance
  8. Joy Online

    Bishop Lawson made the appeal on Friday, August 14 at an engagement between the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), the Police Management Board (POMAB) and religious leaders, where representatives of Ghana’s Christian and Muslim communities discussed the need to prevent recent rel

    Bishop Dr Agyei Lawson urges religious leaders to use their influence to protect Ghana’s peace
  9. Joy Online

    Speaking at an engagement between the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), the Police Management Board (POMAB) and religious leaders on Friday, August 14, Sheikh Aremeyaw said the recent developments had generated strong emotions and risked pushing the country towards interfaith ho

    Sheikh Aremeyaw urges Christians, Muslims to embrace peace
  10. Joy Online

    The IGP and the Police Management Board congratulated the four personnel and urged them to maintain professionalism and commitment in the discharge of their duties.

    IGP promotes 4 police officers for role in dismantling Upper West armed robbery syndicate
  11. The Chronicle

    The IGP and members of the Police Management Board (POMAB) congratulated the promoted personnel and urged them to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, discipline and integrity.

    IGP Promotes 25 Police Personnel for Outstanding Performance
  12. The Ghanaian Times

    The IGP and the members of the Police Management Board (POMAB) congratulated the promoted personnel and encouraged them to continue demonstrating professionalism, dedication and commitment in the discharge of their duties.

    IGP promotes 25 personnel for exceptional performance in fight against crime

Monday 7 September

  1. Upper West police officers honoured for dismantling armed robbery gang

    The Upper West Regional Minister has recognized four Ghana Police Service officers for their intelligence-led operation that broke up an armed robbery syndicate terrorizing communities in Wa West and Wa Municipality. The officers' efforts led to the arrest of six suspects in August 2026 and restored calm to more than eight communities.

    7 September 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 25 August

  1. IGP receives Democracy Cup trophy before Friday match

    The Inspector General of Police and Police Management Board received the Democracy Cup trophy from the Speaker of Parliament's delegation ahead of the tournament scheduled for Friday, August 28 at Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi. The IGP praised the Speaker for championing democracy through football and commended the initiative as part of marking 30 years of democracy in Ghana.

    25 August 2026 · Daily Guide

Monday 17 August

  1. IGP convenes interfaith meeting after inflammatory social media videos

    Ghana's Inspector-General of Police held a high-level interfaith meeting with religious leaders following tension sparked by viral videos with inflammatory remarks about Islam and Christianity. The IGP called on Christian and Muslim leaders to demonstrate unity publicly through joint appearances at events, shared meals, and community engagement.

    17 August 2026 · The Chronicle

Friday 14 August

  1. IGP meets religious leaders to ease tensions

    The Inspector-General of Police met with religious leaders at the National Police Headquarters to address rising tensions following recent religious controversies, including an incident where a pastor was allegedly slapped. The IGP stressed that arrests alone will not secure peace, and called on Christian and Muslim leaders to preach unity and counter hateful rhetoric.

    14 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. IGP urges Christian, Muslim leaders to display public interfaith unity

    Inspector-General of Police Christian Tetteh Yohunu has called on Christian and Muslim leaders to demonstrate interfaith unity publicly through joint appearances, shared meals, and community engagement, rather than limiting tolerance messages to sermons. The appeal followed an incident in which a video of a Muslim cleric slapping a handcuffed Christian pastor at Police Headquarters circulated publicly.

    14 August 2026 · The Chronicle

  3. Religious leaders urged to use influence for Ghana peace

    Bishop Dr Agyei Lawson, Chairman of the Christian Council of Ghana, has called on religious leaders to promote tolerance and dialogue to protect Ghana's peace, following a viral incident involving a pastor accused of making derogatory remarks about Prophet Muhammad. The appeal was made at a meeting between the Inspector-General of Police, the Police Management Board, and representatives of Ghana's Christian and Muslim communities discussing ways to prevent religious tensions from escalating.

    14 August 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Sheikh Aremeyaw calls for peace amid religious tensions

    Sheikh Aremeyaw Shaibu, the National Chief Imam's spokesperson, has urged Christians and Muslims to exercise restraint, patience and forgiveness following a viral incident involving a pastor arrested for allegedly making derogatory comments about Prophet Muhammad. He warned that Ghana must not allow anger over religious provocation to undermine decades of peaceful coexistence between the two faiths.

    14 August 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 12 August

  1. IGP promotes four officers who dismantled armed robbery syndicate

    Inspector-General of Police Christian Tetteh Yohuno has promoted four police personnel for their role in an intelligence-led operation that dismantled an armed robbery syndicate in Upper West Region, resulting in the arrest of six suspects linked to armed robberies in Wa West District and Wa Municipality.

    12 August 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 11 August

  1. IGP promotes 25 police personnel for outstanding performance

    Inspector-General of Police Christian Tetteh Yohuno has promoted 25 police personnel from the Bono East, Tema and Western Central Police Regions in recognition of their roles in successful operations, including the arrest of armed robbery suspects and the interception of 866 parcels of suspected cocaine at Tema Harbour.

    11 August 2026 · The Chronicle

Monday 10 August

  1. IGP promotes 25 police personnel for crime-fighting achievements

    The Inspector General of Police has promoted 25 personnel for their exceptional performance in the Bono East, Tema and Western Central Police Regions, including roles in the arrest of suspects involved in robbery and the interception of 866 parcels of suspected cocaine at Tema Harbour.

    10 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. IGP promotes 25 officers for robbery arrests and cocaine seizure

    Inspector General of Police Christian Tetteh Yohuno has promoted 25 police personnel from the Bono East, Tema and Western Central regions for their roles in operations that led to the arrest of robbery suspects and the interception of 866 parcels of suspected cocaine at Tema Harbour.

    10 August 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 18 July

  1. IGP, Police Management Board visit Oti regional minister

    The Inspector-General of Police and members of the Police Management Board met with the Oti Regional Minister to strengthen collaboration on security and public safety. The Regional Minister commended police efforts but appealed for more officers and operational vehicles to address security challenges.

    18 July 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 8 June

  1. Ghana Police Service bids farewell to former IGP Paul Tawiah Quaye

    The Ghana Police Service held a pre-burial service at the State House on June 6, 2026, to pay tribute to the late Mr Paul Tawiah Quaye, former Inspector General of Police. A clergyman highlighted Quaye's life as an example of discipline, integrity, and hard work, and urged Ghanaians to remain resilient and complete their callings.

    8 June 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 5 June

  1. Interior Minister promises relief after police barracks fire

    The Interior Minister visited the scene of a fire at the Police Barracks in Accra Central that displaced several police families and destroyed personal belongings. The Government pledged temporary accommodation, financial assistance, clothing, and relief items from NADMO to support affected families.

    5 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. IGP seeks shelter for 140 police families after barracks fire

    The Inspector General of Police is seeking urgent accommodation for 140 families of police personnel whose homes at Accra Central Police barracks were destroyed by fire. About 100 families are currently sheltered in conference rooms at the Accra Regional Police Headquarters, while 40 have sought temporary shelter with relatives; the police administration plans to rent hotels and guest houses as an immediate measure.

    5 June 2026 · The Chronicle

Thursday 4 June

  1. Fire breaks out at Accra Central Police Barracks

    A fire outbreak at the Accra Central Police Barracks prompted an emergency response from the Ghana National Fire Service on June 3. The Inspector-General of Police visited the scene; no casualties were reported, and the cause is yet to be established.

    4 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. Fire at Accra Central Police Barracks, suspect arrested

    A fire broke out at the Accra Central Police Barracks in Accra, with no casualties reported. A suspect has been arrested and is assisting with investigations to determine the cause of the blaze.

    4 June 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 18 May

  1. Police Academy admits record 700 cadet officers in Course 54

    Ghana Police Service will enrol over 700 cadet officers into the Police Academy under a newly activated dual training model combining residential and non-residential systems, marking the institution's largest single intake and intended to address accommodation challenges while enabling qualified Chief Inspectors to advance into senior ranks.

    18 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  2. IGP doubles Police Academy intake to 700 for Course 54

    Inspector General of Police Christian Tetteh Yohuno has doubled the Police Academy's cadet officer intake to 700 for Course 54, the largest single admission in the academy's history. The expansion uses both residential and non-residential training models to address accommodation constraints and allow Chief Inspectors who have "stagnated" in their ranks to access senior leadership positions.

    18 May 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 11 May

  1. Ghana Police 2026 competitive exam opens advancement for Chief Inspectors

    The 2026 Ghana Police Competitive Promotional Examination aims to address a long-standing bottleneck at the Chief Inspector rank, which previously limited advancement to higher ranks. The author, a serving Chief Inspector and exam candidate, describes the examination as the most inclusive, transparent, and competitive police college entrance exam in recent history.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 2 May

  1. Mahama praises IGP Yohunu for intelligence-led policing shift

    President John Mahama commended Inspector-General of Police Christian Tetteh Yohunu and the Police Management team for their performance and their shift towards intelligence-led policing at the commissioning of a Divisional Police Headquarters in Krobo-Odumase, Eastern Region. He stressed the need for continued investment in technology, data systems and capacity building for officers to address increasingly sophisticated crime.

    2 May 2026 · Joy Online

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