Asantehene pays historic visit to Ghana Police Service

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, on Tuesday paid a courtesy call on the Inspector General of Police (IGP) and the entire police service.

The royal visit, which was marked with a beautiful parade at the police headquarters in Accra, also formed part of efforts to strengthen collaboration between traditional authority and law enforcement.

Accompanied by other chiefs and elders, he was happily received by the top police hierarchy led by the IGP, Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno.

The revered King of the Ashanti also inspected a parade mounted by female personnel of the service.

Welcoming him, Mr Yohuno, stated that the visit would guide the police service in integrating traditional values and customs into training and operation practices.

He hailed the Asantehene’s role in peace building and conflict resolution, citing his leadership in resolving the Dagbon chieftaincy crises and contribution to security efforts in Bawku.

On his part, the Asantehene commended the service for its contribution to the promotion of peace, adding that Ghana’s standing as a peaceful nation in a turbulent global environment remains the country’s greatest source of pride.

Otumfuo Osei Tutu II urged the service to continue upholding discipline, integrity and professionalism.

By Linda Abrefi Wadie

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