By: Ashiadey Dotse
The Minister for the Interior, Mubarak Muntaka, has condemned growing incidents of attacks on police officers, stressing that such acts are unacceptable and have no place in a civilized society. According to him, anyone who raises a hand against a police officer “strikes at the heart of the state” and will face firm consequences under the law.
Muntaka was speaking on Thursday December 4, 2025 during the handing over of 40 armoured vehicles to the Ghana Police Service by President John Dramani Mahama at the Police Headquarters in Accra. He said the presentation reflects the government’s strong commitment to strengthening internal security and protecting citizens across the country.
He explained that the vehicles will boost police mobility, enhance safety during high-risk operations and improve responses to armed robbery, violent crime and other threats. However, he emphasized that the new vehicles form only one part of a broader plan to modernize the security sector through better training, welfare, supervision, accommodation and technology.
While assuring the President of the Interior Ministry’s full support in building a modern and well-equipped security system, Muntaka also urged the public to stop attacking security personnel, noting that such behaviour endangers the same officers responsible for protecting the nation.
He cautioned the police to use the vehicles responsibly, saying they are tools for protection and not for intimidation or abuse. He reminded officers to uphold professionalism, discipline, integrity and respect in their daily operations.
The Interior Minister added that the vehicles will be deployed based on intelligence and operational needs, with some dedicated to high-crime zones, highway patrols and rapid response units. He warned criminals that security agencies are now better equipped and ready to confront crime with both courage and smart intelligence.
Muntaka further called for cooperation from communities through information sharing and reporting of suspicious activities, adding that national security is a shared responsibility.
He described the ceremony as a reaffirmation of Ghana’s commitment to peace, stability and protection of lives, urging all citizens to support efforts aimed at making the nation safer and more secure.
