IGP Yohuno Reactivates Regional Police Public Relations Offices

The newly appointed Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has organised a three-day workshop aimed at enhancing the communication skills of Public Relations Officers (PROs) within the Ghana Police Service.

The workshop, held at the Detective Training Academy in Accra, brought together Regional and Unit Public Affairs Officers from across the country.

It focused on three key pillars of effective policing communication: transparency, professionalism and consistency.

Delivering his address at the opening ceremony, IGP Yohuno emphasised the critical role of police officers in fostering trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve.

“Effective policing is a partnership that requires officers to work closely with the public to create a safe and crime-free environment,” he stated.

He further underscored the need for a robust communication strategy to ensure police legitimacy and build public confidence.

Strengthening Police-Media Relations

A major highlight of IGP Yohuno’s speech was the need for a structured and professional relationship between the police and the media.

He stressed that media engagement must be intentional and align with police directives, particularly Service Instructions No. 7 (S.I. 7), which governs police-media relations.

He outlined three key principles for PROs to uphold: Balancing Confidentiality and Transparency – Officers must protect sensitive information while ensuring transparency in communication, Maintaining Credibility and Integrity – Media interactions should adhere to the highest standards of professionalism and  Consistency in Messaging – All regional and unit public affairs offices must coordinate their communication efforts to present a unified message.

IGP Yohuno reaffirmed his commitment to revitalizing all Regional Police Public Affairs offices, ensuring they are equipped to handle modern communication challenges, including misinformation and disinformation.

Enhancing Police-Public Engagement

The IGP highlighted that policing is not just about enforcing the law, but also about accountability and community engagement. He urged officers to continuously reassess their strategies to adapt to evolving public expectations.

Assistant Commissioner of Police Grace Ansah-Akrofi, a key figure in police public relations, expressed excitement about the initiative, noting that the workshop would provide officers with essential skills to improve police-public engagement.

The workshop, which runs from March 20 to March 22, 2025 includes sessions on crisis communication, digital media management, and strategies to strengthen community relations.

With the new administration’s focus on proactive and transparent communication, the Ghana Police Service is positioning itself to enhance public trust and maintain law and order effectively.

 

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