By: Ashiadey Dotse
President John Dramani Mahama has urged the Ghana Police Service to use the newly acquired armoured security vehicles responsibly, stressing that the equipment is very expensive and difficult to procure. He said the government has invested heavily to support security operations and therefore expects the vehicles to be handled with care and used strictly according to regulations.
Speaking during the handing-over ceremony of 40 armoured vehicles to the Ghana Police Service at its headquarters in Accra on Thursday December 4, 2025, the President said the government is committed to retooling and modernising security agencies to improve their operational capacity and ensure the safety of officers on duty.
He commended the police for their efforts in fighting armed robbery, solving murder cases and maintaining safety on major highways. According to him, the new vehicles, along with tow trucks, pickup patrol vehicles and surveillance drones expected later, will enhance policing, especially during high-risk operations and emergency situations.
Mahama added that the vehicles are meant to protect both the police and the public, not for misuse or reckless deployment. He also advised personnel to follow safety procedures, including wearing seatbelts, to reduce risks on duty.
The President noted that many officers have lost their lives in the line of duty in the past due to lack of proper equipment, a situation he said the government is working to change. He assured that the vehicles will be deployed across the country based on intelligence and operational needs, supported by improved communication and rapid-response systems.
Mahama further warned criminal groups that the state is prepared to confront and dismantle criminal networks, affirming that Ghana will not allow lawlessness to take root. He stressed that a secure nation requires both strong enforcement and preventive strategies such as job creation, community support and accountability within the police service.
He encouraged the public to continue to cooperate with security agencies to maintain peace and stability, stating that the government remains committed to protecting citizens, their property and national peace.
