The 2nd Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Andrew Asiamah Amoako, has eulogised the Inspector-General of Police, Dr George Akuffo Dampare, for his innovation and effective leadership of the Ghana Police Service.

According to him, the IGP and the current Police management board have held the country together in furtherance of its democratic credentials.

Speaking at a ceremony to present the democracy cup to the IGP at the Police headquarters on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, Mr. Asiamah Amoako said Ghana would be counting to count on the IGP to protect the country.

“We believe that a major part of the success of our democracy depends on the Ghana Police Service. We are here to present this democracy cup to you IGP as a symbolic gesture so that as the holder of the peace of this country we can implore you to continue holding our peace together as you have always done with your administration since you took over. We are grateful for your leadership. The transformation in the police service under you has been inspirational and we are grateful."

The IGP for his part assured the parliamentary delegation that he and his team are inspired by the recognition of their work by the legislative chamber and will continue to discharge their responsibilities in order to protect and safeguard the country’s democracy.