President John Dramani Mahama has assured the Ghana Police Service that the 40 armoured vehicles handed over on Thursday, December 4, mark the beginning of a wider initiative to strengthen the operational capacity of the force.
At the ceremony, President Mahama announced that an additional 10 covert operational vehicles and two tow trucks would soon be delivered to ensure officers are adequately equipped for their duties.
“These 40 vehicles are just the first batch of what you are receiving. By the end of this month, you will receive two tow trucks so that anytime any of these vehicles get immobilised anywhere, you can go and bring the vehicle back to base. You will also get 10 covert operational vehicles,” he stated.
The President further revealed plans to supply every police district with a standard pickup truck to support routine patrols, thereby improving mobility and response times across the country.
He also underscored the government’s intention to integrate modern technology into policing, aimed at enhancing efficiency and surveillance.
“There is going to be a police detachment that will be trained on how to use drones for urban surveillance and information gathering on any theatres that you are involved in,” he added.
Reiterating that the 40 vehicles form only the initial phase of a broader programme, Mahama assured officers of the government’s commitment to continually upgrading resources to meet operational needs.
“These 40 vehicles are just the first batch of the many that you are going to receive,” he said, signalling sustained investment in national security infrastructure.
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