A private lawyer has challenged the Attorney General (AG) and the Ghana Police Service (GPS) regarding the appointment of a Deputy Inspector General of Police (IGP).

Mr Justice Abdulai argues that the selection of COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno is unconstitutional.

He presented this argument in a legal document dated July 30, 2024.

On July 17, President Akufo-Addo appointed Commissioner of Police (COP) Christian Tetteh Yohuno to the role of Deputy IGP, overseeing operations.

But the lawyer is praying the court to restrain COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno “from acting or purporting to act as Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of operations.”

“A further order restraining the Inspector General of Police or any command under him from accepting, relating to and/or issuing instructions or commands to COP Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno in his assumed capacity as Deputy Inspector-General of Police in Charge of Operation.”

The Jubilee House stated that the appointment was made based on the recommendations of the Police Council during its meeting today, which highlighted COP Yohuno’s outstanding qualifications and commitment to his role.

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The statement characterized the Commissioner as a distinguished law enforcement professional with a career exceeding thirty years and significant experience in pivotal roles within the Service.