The Inspector General of Police, COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has cautioned against electoral violence and misconduct within the police service as preparations continue for the upcoming by-election in Akwatia.
He made this disclosure at the 17th Regional Commanders' Conference held in Accra on Friday, July 18, 2025.
Yohuno said a technical team has been set up to oversee security operations for the election and further warned that anyone found guilty of committing electoral offences, whether a civilian or a police officer, would be prosecuted. "The does not condone, support, or turn a blind eye to violence associated with our democratic processes," he said.
He revealed that the Police Service is "reviewing footage from recent elections, and those involved in wrongdoing will be held accountable." The Akwatia by-election follows the death of Member of Parliament Ernest Yaw Kumi.
