I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve Ghana - Dampare Expresses Gratitude to Ghanaians After Departure as IGP

Accra, Ghana - 14 March, 2025 - Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, who until recently headed Ghana's police force, has thanked the nation for the opportunity to serve.

In a statement issued on March 14, 2025, Dr. Dampare expressed his appreciation to Ghanaians for their support during his tenure as Inspector General of Police.

He also praised former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo for appointing him to the role, making him the youngest person to hold the position in Ghana's Fourth Republic. Dr. Dampare acknowledged the backing of President John Dramani Mahama, with whom he had a brief working relationship.

The former police chief, who served for 35 years, rising from constable to the top job, said he was grateful for the experience. He highlighted the dedication of his colleagues and the collaboration with other security agencies.

Dr. Dampare's departure was announced on Thursday in a statement from the presidency.

He had been in the role since 2021. 

In his statement signed by his Executive Assistant, Nana Osei Afrifa, Dr. Dampare reaffirmed his commitment to serving Ghana, saying he remained "energetic, disciplined and dedicated" to his country.

''He wishes to express his heartfelt thanks and appreciation to the former President, H.E. Nana Addo Danquah Akufo-Addo for giving him the opportunity to serve our nation as the Inspector-General of Police and for making history as the youngest IGP in the 4th Republic. He is also grateful to the current President, H.E. John Dramani Mahama, for his cordial working relationship in the short time that they worked together.

'' He expresses his appreciation to the various Religious and Traditional leaders for their prayers, wisdom and good counsel at all times. Their insights have been indispensable.

''He thanks the heads of sister security agencies for the cooperation and steadfast support that they gave him,'' portions of the statement read.

Read the full statement from Dr. George Akuffo Dampare below.

Statement By Dr George Akuffo Dampare 

14th March 2025

1. With reference to the Press Statement issued on Thursday March 13, 2025, signed by The Minister for Government Communications, announcing his replacement, the former Inspector-General of Police, Dr George Akuffo Dampare, wishes to express his heartfelt gratitude to the Almighty God and the good people of Ghana for their prayers, blessings and support during his time in office.

2. He is overwhelmed by the considerable show of love and support that he has received from many loved ones and well-wishers, across the country and the rest of the world, especially over the last 24 hours.

3. He wishes to express his heartfelt thanks and appreciation to the former President, H.E. Nana Addo Danquah Akufo-Addo for giving him the opportunity to serve our nation as the Inspector-General of Police and for making history as the youngest IGP in the 4th Republic. He is also grateful to the current President, H.E. John Dramani Mahama, for his cordial working relationship in the short time that they worked together.

4. He expresses his appreciation to the various Religious and Traditional leaders for their prayers, wisdom and good counsel at all times. Their insights have been indispensable.

5. He thanks the heads of sister security agencies for the cooperation and steadfast support that they gave him. 

6. He expresses his gratitude to the many Civil Society Organisations for their support and constructive input during his tenure as the IGP

7. He is grateful to the international community and the various diplomatic missions for their support, encouragement, reviews and engagements. 

8. He is particularly grateful for the opportunity to serve the Ghana Police Service for the past 35 years; rising in rank from a General Constable to Inspector-General of Police, being the youngest Commissioner of Police as well as the youngest IGP in the 4th Republic. His many years in the service gave him the opportunity to serve as Director-General of almost all departments and a record two stints as DG/Welfare and DG/Administration. He remains grateful to the Police Management Board (POMAB) as well as the rank and file and wishes everyone well.

9. Being given the Rank of Inspector-General of Police, the highest rank attainable for any police officer, gave him an incredible opportunity to serve. The contribution that the Rank and File of the Ghana Police Service has made to Security, Law and Order during his tenure has been enormous.

10. He wishes to express his continuous commitment to Ghana, our beloved country, and his willingness to serve the nation that he loves. He has served the Ghana Police Service for 35 out of his nearly 55 years of life with an unblemished record. He remains energetic, committed and enthusiastic about serving his nation with discipline, honour and integrity.

Signed
Nana Osei Afrifa
Executive Assistant
P.O. Box CT1407, Cantonments

|[email protected] |+233244679996

Source: Lead News Online