President Akufo Addo pledges to resource Police Service in combatting crime

President Akufo Addo has indicated that the Ghana Police Service is poised to deal with the increasing rates of crime in the country.

The President mentioned that he is aware of the safety concerns that have arisen in recent times with constant calls on the security agencies to find lasting solutions to them. According to him, while the security agencies have pledged to do their part in the fight against crime, it is important that citizens  offer them the needed support and cooperation in this regard.

President Akufo Addo made these remarks at the graduation ceremony of the 50th cadet officers’ course in Accra.

“I’m aware the recent incidents of violent crimes in some parts of the country have generated safety and security concerns from several sections of the populace. I want to assure Ghanaians that the Police Service and indeed all the other security services are determined to deal decisively with the threats posed by dangerous criminals and criminal syndicates,” the President noted.

In recent times, there have been at least two incidences where drivers had their cars snatched around Achimota and Weija, all in Accra.

The President pledged government’s readiness to resource the Ghana Police Service with the appropriate logistics to enable them perform their duties to satisfaction.

“We can help them succeed in this endeavor if we urge the police and the other security services on and give them as much support and cooperation in the fight as we can. Government in recognition of the difficulties and dangers confronting police personnel in the discharge of their duties remains committed to resourcing the service through the provision of adequate personnel and logistics to enable them to deliver on their mandate,”