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The Ghana Police Service demonstrated its significantly enhanced operational capabilities on Saturday, December 6, 2025, as Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Christian Tetteh Yohunu led a high-profile \u2018show-of-force\u2019 exercise utilising the recently acquired fleet of armoured vehicles.<\/p>\n

The highly visible manoeuvre across key areas of Accra was designed to signal a heightened state of security readiness and deter criminal activity as the nation heads into the busy Christmas and New Year holiday season.<\/p>\n

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The exercise, which involved senior officers and members of the Police Management Board (POMAB), highlighted the operational strength of the new vehicular assets. <\/p>\n

Police officers expertly manoeuvred the heavy-duty armoured carriers in a coordinated display, showcasing the Service\u2019s improved capacity for rapid response and sustained presence in high-risk zones.<\/p>\n

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The deployment aims to reassure the public and increase police visibility, which is crucial during the festive period when commercial activity and associated street crime typically peak.<\/p>\n

IGP Yohunu had received the new vehicles just two days earlier, on Thursday, December 4, 2025. Upon commissioning the assets, he issued a directive to officers:<\/p>\n

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\u201c\u2026urged officers to maintain high morale and intensify efforts to combat crime nationwide, assuring them of the government\u2019s full support.\u201d<\/p>\n

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The acquisition of the new vehicles is part of a major government initiative to retool and modernize the nation\u2019s security agencies. <\/p>\n

President John Dramani Mahama underscored the long-term vision during the commissioning ceremony, confirming the assets represent just the start of a broader push:<\/p>\n

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\u201cMeanwhile, President John Dramani Mahama said the 40 armoured vehicles mark the beginning of a broader initiative to strengthen the operational capacity of the Ghana Police Service.\u201d<\/p>\n

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The new armoured carriers are strategically vital for several high-risk operations, including:<\/p>\n