The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has called on the Ghana Police Service to uphold political neutrality in the discharge of its duties, emphasizing the need for the Service to serve the nation impartially and without political influence.
The revered monarch made this appeal during his maiden official visit to the Police Headquarters in Accra on January 6, 2025 a historic occasion aimed at fostering deeper collaboration between the Ghana Police Service and traditional authorities in the promotion of peace and national security.
Addressing the police leadership, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II highlighted the critical, complementary roles that both traditional institutions and the Police Service play in maintaining order across the country.
“One institution draws authority from ancestral memory, while the other derives its mandate from the Constitution. Yet both exist for a sacred task: preserving order, dignity, and peace in society,” he remarked.
He further praised the Police Service for its unwavering dedication to national security, commending officers at all levels for their commitment and sacrifices.
“We owe a huge debt of gratitude to the men and women in blue,” he said. “Your faithful service and selfless sacrifices have helped Ghana maintain its reputation as a beacon of peace and stability in the sub-region.”
Otumfuo also underscored the relevance of traditional leadership in law and order, noting that customs and traditional values formed the earliest frameworks of societal governance.
He welcomed the growing recognition by state institutions of the value traditional rulers bring to conflict resolution and peacebuilding.
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Christian Tetteh Yohuno welcomed the Asantehene’s visit, describing it as an important milestone in bridging state security with customary leadership.
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The visit marks a significant step in strengthening cooperation between Ghana’s traditional leadership and its law enforcement institutions.