The Forum for Development and Accountable Governance (FDAG) expressed its serious concern regarding a widely shared video that depicts the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, managing traffic at President Mahama’s inauguration on Tuesday, January 7.
FDAG referred to this as a shameful incident.
A statement issued by Senior Research Fellow, Nana Kojo Abbam said “This attempt at political theatrics, masquerading as humility, is a blatant disregard for the duties entrusted to him.
The IGP, by virtue of the hierarchical structure of the Ghana Police Service, sits at the apex of the organization and is responsible for proper planning, strategic oversight, and serious intelligence gathering.
If the IGP is seen during a program as high-profile as the presidential inauguration directing traffic, it speaks volumes about poor planning and is a glaring sign of leadership failure.
The disorganization and chaos at the venue, characterized by an overcrowded and clumsy atmosphere, further emphasized the lack of foresight and effective coordination by the police under his watch.
Such glaring lapses make it evident that the IGP’s approach to leadership is inept and inadequate, leading to a public display of his incompetence.
“We also demand that the IGP urgently confront the devastating issues that have crippled the Ghana Police Service under his leadership.
The unresolved crises surrounding police promotions and the neglect of officers’ welfare have created a toxic, demoralized environment within the force, reflecting his utter failure to lead effectively.
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