President of IMANI Africa Franklin Cudjoe has asserted that Inspector General of Police George Akufo Dampare's testimony during the parliamentary committee investigation into the alleged plot to remove him has clearly confirmed his integrity.

During an appearance on JoyNews' PM Express, Cudjoe noted that the IGP's statements regarding his association with Bugri Naabu, the central figure in the leaked tape controversy, were clear and compelling.

“If there was any shred of doubt about the integrity of the IGP today, it was all put to rest. I mean, I don’t know who probably in his sound mind will still be questioning the IGP’s integrity as far as the allegations go.”

“As far as the conversation about Mr Naabu’s involvement, I mean, he treated it as such. The police have been dealing with a gazillion number of people and interests, they do not have a commercial arrangement with the gentleman.”

Mr. Cudjoe emphasized that Dr. Dampare's acknowledgment of his acquaintance or lack thereof with Mr. Naabu should not tarnish his integrity.

“He didn’t say he doesn’t know him, he didn’t say that. He says he has no commercial arrangement of interest to discuss with Mr Naabu,” he added.

He emphasized that these claims have inflicted harm not only upon his family but also on the reputation of the police service.

“I feel in my spirit that this is just not fair. Honourable chair, it is just not fair. Are we killing patriotism? That anybody can just get up, make allegations upon allegations, and people who go across the country – at times 48 hours without sleep, just to keep the country at peace – will be called to come and answer allegations that are unfounded?”

In response to the allegations made by two officers during the parliamentary committee probe, IGP Dr. Dampare defended himself. COP Alex Mensah, one of the individuals heard on the tape, made several accusations against the IGP, including claims of obstructing promotions within the service, maintaining frequent contact with former President Mahama, and labeling Dr. Dampare as the worst IGP ever.

Supt. George Asare, also heard on the tape, supported some of COP Mensah's statements regarding the IGP's management of the Service. When pressed for further details, he indicated a preference to disclose them in a closed session. However, he asserted that the leaked tape had been edited.

During his appearance before the committee, Dr. Dampare refuted all the allegations made by the officers. He denied any involvement in orchestrating the recording of the leaked tape, which purportedly contained discussions about removing him from his position. He characterized the accusations against him as baseless and lacking evidence.