The Ghana Police Service has strongly dismissed allegations of examination leakage, bribery and irregularities in the recently conducted Police Competitive Promotional Examination (PCPE) for Chief Inspectors seeking admission into the Police Academy.
According to the Police Administration, the claims circulating in sections of the media are false, misleading and aimed at undermining the credibility of what it described as one of the most transparent and professionally organised promotional examinations in the history of the Service.
In a statement issued by the Secretariat of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), the Administration maintained that no examination papers were leaked and no officer paid money to secure promotion or placement into the Police Academy.
The statement was in response to reports alleging that some officers paid between GH¢70,000 and GH¢100,000 to influence their promotion prospects. The Police Administration rejected the allegations, stressing that no evidence had been provided to support such claims.
“The examinations were conducted under strict supervision in collaboration with the University of Cape Coast (UCC), which has over the years served as the external body responsible for overseeing the examination process to ensure fairness, transparency and accountability,” the statement noted.
The Administration further explained that stringent security measures were put in place before, during and after the examinations to prevent any form of malpractice.
It challenged any officer or candidate with credible evidence of bribery or impropriety to formally submit such evidence for investigation and possible disciplinary action.
The statement also emphasized that the Inspector-General of Police, Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno, operates an open-door policy and has encouraged any dissatisfied candidate to use the appropriate channels within the Service to seek redress or request a review of results.
“Running to the media and peddling falsehoods will not resolve the matter. Officers are encouraged to use the proper communication channels within the Service where their concerns will be heard,” the statement added.
The Police Administration stressed that all candidates were assessed strictly on merit, competence and performance, adding that successful candidates from various commands and units across the country earned their results through hard work and adequate preparation.
It disclosed that although the examinations attracted a large number of candidates, due process was followed throughout the exercise and would not be compromised.
The statement further revealed that a significant number of officers attained the required pass mark on merit. In addition, following a special intervention and amnesty granted by President John Dramani Mahama, approximately 300 officers who scored 50 per cent were also considered in a move aimed at promoting fairness, motivation and career progression within the Ghana Police Service.
According to the Administration, the decisions were taken in good faith and in the interest of maintaining the welfare and morale of officers.
While acknowledging the watchdog role of the media, the Police Administration expressed disappointment with some media outlets for publishing allegations without first seeking the response of the Service.
It warned that such publications had the potential to create unnecessary tension and unfairly damage the reputation of hardworking officers and the Police Administration.
“The Ghana Police Service remains a disciplined institution guided by integrity, professionalism and accountability,” the statement emphasized.
The Administration reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and fairness in all internal processes, including promotions and career advancement, under the leadership of IGP Christian Tetteh Yohuno.
It therefore called on any individual, group or media organisation with credible evidence of wrongdoing connected to the examinations to submit such information through the appropriate channels for thorough investigation.
