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Police Professional Standards Bureau

Also known as: PPSB

Police Professional Standards Bureau — investigates police conduct and alleged breaches of regulations across Ghana Police Service incidents.

2026-05-042026-10-07

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  1. July 2026
  2. Joy Online

    … The statement said the Inspector-General of Police has directed the Police Professional Standards Bureau (PPSB) to carry out a full-scale investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting. …

    Eight officers interdicted as police investigate deadly Sayerano shooting
  3. June 2026
  4. Joy Online

    … They further argued that the applicants had failed to provide medical reports to support claims of injury and had not reported the matter to independent bodies such as CHRAJ or the Police Professional Standards Bureau. …

    Court slams Police for ‘unprofessional’ conduct in #OccupyJulorbiHouse arrests, awards GHC150k to 3 journalists [Full Judgement]
  5. May 2026
  6. Joy Online

    … ector Francis Arthur Inspector Eric Osei of the Osu Police Station in Accra Sergeant Amos Dery of the National Protection Unit (NPU) Inspector Joseph Okyere Asabre of the Obuasi Police District All five individuals have been handed over to the Police Professional Standards Bureau …

    5 police officers interdicted over misconduct in viral videos
  7. The Ghanaian Times

    … In a press release dated May 4, 2026, the Police said the officers have been referred to the Police Professional Standards Bureau for investigations in line with internal disciplinary procedures. …

    Ghana Police Service interdicts five officers over viral videos damaging image
Society

Christian Apologists demand equal law enforcement in religious cases

The News

The Alliance of Christian Apologists has called for protection of religious freedom and equal enforcement of Ghana's laws, following the second arrest of Apostle Daniel Junior Yaw Adjei on allegations of inciting violence. The group says religious freedom should be reciprocal and citizens should be able to question or criticise religious beliefs and practices.

29 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 29 September

  1. Christian Apologists demand equal law enforcement in religious cases

    The Alliance of Christian Apologists has called for protection of religious freedom and equal enforcement of Ghana's laws, following the second arrest of Apostle Daniel Junior Yaw Adjei on allegations of inciting violence. The group says religious freedom should be reciprocal and citizens should be able to question or criticise religious beliefs and practices.

    29 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Friday 18 September

  1. Seven police officers interdicted over alleged extortion in Accra

    The Ghana Police Service has interdicted seven police personnel over an alleged extortion incident in which they allegedly demanded money from a victim and forced him to withdraw cash from an ATM. The Police Professional Standards Bureau is to investigate the incident and determine whether the officers breached police regulations or applicable laws.

    18 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 17 September

  1. Seven Ghana Police officers interdicted over ATM extortion

    The Ghana Police Service has interdicted seven officers over allegations that patrol team members compelled a civilian to withdraw money from an ATM. The officers have been referred to the Police Professional Standards Bureau for investigation.

    17 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

Wednesday 16 September

  1. Seven police officers interdicted over extortion allegations in Accra

    The Ghana Police Service has interdicted seven officers from a patrol team over allegations that they demanded money from a member of the public and compelled him to withdraw funds from an ATM. The Police Professional Standards Bureau will investigate the allegations, with appropriate action to be taken based on findings.

    16 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Ghana Police interdicts seven officers over alleged ATM extortion

    The Ghana Police Service has interdicted seven police personnel in connection with an alleged extortion incident in Accra, where the officers are alleged to have demanded money from a victim and compelled him to withdraw cash from an ATM. The interdiction is to allow the Police Professional Standards Bureau to investigate the matter.

    16 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 15 September

  1. Police officer charged with murder in law student death

    General Corporal Robert Katey Koranteng of the Ghana Police Service has been charged with murder over the death of 20-year-old Central University law student Ivan Apprey Baidoo. The officer, stationed at the Traffic Management Enforcement Unit, allegedly kicked a motorbike during a traffic pursuit on August 27, 2026, causing it to crash; the rider lost control and struck a concrete barrier.

    15 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Police identify officer in law student's motorbike death

    The Ghana Police Service has arrested and interdicted General Corporal Robert Koranteng in connection with the death of Ivan Apprey Baidoo, a 23-year-old second-year law student of Central University, who died following a motorbike crash on the Tema Motorway on August 27, 2026. The arrest follows investigations into a viral video relating to the incident, with the Police's Homicide Unit intensifying inquiries and the Professional Standards Bureau tasked to investigate the officer's conduct.

    15 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 14 September

  1. Police interdict officer over law student's motorbike death

    The Ghana Police Service has arrested and interdicted General Corporal Robert Koranteng following the death of 23-year-old law student Ivan Baidoo, who died in a motorbike incident on the Tema Motorway on August 27, 2026. The Homicide Unit and Police Professional Standards Bureau are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident and the officer's conduct.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Police arrest officer in connection with 23-year-old's death

    The Ghana Police Service has arrested and interdicted General Corporal Robert Koranteng following investigations into the death of 23-year-old Ivan Baidoo on the Tema Motorway on August 27, 2026, which became public through a viral video. The Homicide Unit and Police Professional Standards Bureau are conducting investigations to establish full circumstances surrounding the incident.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Saturday 12 September

  1. Police interdict officer over law student death on Tema Motorway

    Ghana Police Service has interdicted General Corporal Robert Koranteng following the death of 23-year-old law student Ivan Baidoo on the Tema Motorway on August 27, 2026. The Homicide Unit and Police Professional Standards Bureau are investigating the circumstances and the officer's conduct.

    12 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Police interdict officer over Accra Race Course demolition

    The Police Administration has interdicted Deputy Superintendent of Police Alhassan Malaika Jibril over his alleged involvement in a demolition exercise at the Accra Race Course at Borteyman on Saturday, 22 August 2026. The Criminal Investigations Department and Police Professional Standards Bureau have been tasked with investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.

    26 August 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Police interdict officer in Borteyman horse racing course demolition

    Accra's only public horse racing course at Borteyman has been destroyed by unknown individuals reportedly under security protection. The Ghana Police Service has interdicted DSP Alhassan Malaika Jibril for his alleged involvement, with the Criminal Investigations Department and Police Professional Standards Bureau investigating the circumstances.

    26 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 →

Thursday 13 August

  1. Police arrest man captured assaulting cleric at station

    Ghana Police Service has arrested Sibamay Zakaria, who was captured in a viral video assaulting a Christian cleric at a police station. The incident followed remarks by an imam about those who speak against Allah, and the Police Professional Standards Bureau is investigating the circumstances.

    13 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. Police arrest suspect in viral video assaulting cleric

    Ghana Police Service has arrested Sibamay Zakaria after a viral video showed him assaulting a Christian cleric at a police station; the incident followed religious remarks that sparked public concern over threats to peace and religious harmony.

    13 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  3. Christian Council condemns assault on arrested cleric at Police Headquarters

    The Christian Council of Ghana has condemned the assault of a handcuffed Christian cleric at the Police Headquarters in Accra, describing it as a violation of human dignity and the rule of law. The incident followed separate arrests of two religious leaders over alleged remarks concerning Prophet Mohammed, and the Council has called for the matter to be handled in accordance with the law while urging Christians and Muslims to avoid retaliatory actions.

    13 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 5 August

  1. Police promise transparent probe into Wechiau youth leader death

    The Upper West Regional Police Commander assured the people of Wechiau that the Inspector General of Police has ordered a transparent investigation into the death of youth leader Abu Tijani, with the Police Professional Standards Bureau tasked to investigate the circumstances of the incident. The commander appealed for calm and restraint, disclosed that an autopsy had been performed, and revealed that three police officers sustained injuries during the incident.

    5 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 29 July

  1. Murder suspect dies in hospital after guiding police investigation

    A 35-year-old suspect in the November 2025 murder of two youths from Kandeu died at a hospital in Wa after falling ill while in police custody. The suspect had admitted involvement in the killings and led police to an alleged burial site, though no remains were found there; he claimed the bodies had been moved to Burkina Faso.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 28 July

  1. Murder suspect dies hours after arrest in Upper West Region

    Abu Tijani, a suspect in the November 2025 killing of two youth in Kandau, Upper West Region, died on July 25, 2026, hours after his arrest. The Police Professional Standards Bureau is investigating the circumstances of his death; during interrogation, Tijani reportedly admitted involvement and told investigators he and accomplices had moved the bodies across the Black Volta River into Burkina Faso.

    28 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 7 July

  1. Police post torched after fatal Sayerano shooting escalates tensions

    A police post at Asempaneye Forest near Sefwi Sayerano in Juaboso District, Western North Region has been set ablaze by unidentified persons following a fatal police shooting on July 7 that claimed two lives. The incident has triggered investigations and the interdiction of eight police officers, with three others injured receiving treatment.

    7 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Eight police officers interdicted following Sayerano shooting

    The Ghana Police Service has interdicted eight officers after a shooting at Sayerano in the Juaboso District on July 7 left two people dead and three injured during a confrontation between community members and a police patrol. The Police Professional Standards Bureau has been directed to conduct a full-scale investigation.

    7 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 5 June

  1. High Court orders police to pay GHC150k for #OccupyJulorbiHouse arrests

    A High Court in Accra ruled that Ghana Police Service unlawfully violated the constitutional rights of three citizens—including two broadcast journalists—during the #OccupyJulorbiHouse demonstration in September 2023, ordering the Inspector General of Police to pay GH₵150,000 in damages and issue a formal apology. Justice Nana Brew found the police conduct "unprofessional" and determined that the arrest and detention breached rights to personal liberty, human dignity, freedom of assembly, and media independence.

    5 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 4 May

  1. Police interdicts five officers over misconduct in viral videos

    Ghana Police Service has interdicted five personnel after they were seen in viral videos engaging in acts that reportedly bring disrepute to the law enforcement agency. The interdicted officers have been handed to the Police Professional Standards Bureau for comprehensive investigations according to the service's internal disciplinary procedures.

    4 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Ghana Police interdicts five officers for conduct in viral videos

    The Ghana Police Service has interdicted five officers captured in viral videos engaging in conduct damaging to the Service's image. The officers have been referred to the Police Professional Standards Bureau for investigations in line with internal disciplinary procedures.

    4 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

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