Accra, Feb. 12, – The Ghana Police Service has promoted a total of 12,802 officers between January and the first week of February 2026, effectively clearing a promotion backlog that spanned five to 10 years.
The mass promotions, which applied to personnel from the rank of Lance Corporal to Chief Inspector, were confirmed by the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Secretariat following media inquiries into the Service's recent administrative changes.
The Secretariat clarified that the elevations were conducted in strict accordance with the Police Service Regulations, 2012 (CI 76). Under Regulation 37, promotions are determined by examinations, seniority, and length of service, or through special recommendations for meritorious acts of bravery and outstanding performance.
Addressing recent media allegations of nepotism, the Secretariat dismissed the claims as unfounded. It explained that the process was decentralized and transparent, involving submissions from unit, district, divisional, and regional commanders across all 25 police regions.
“Information was sent to all commanders to submit names of officers who were due for promotion. That was how the administration arrived at the list,” the Secretariat stated, emphasizing that the IGP does not have the sole authority to carry out promotions under CI 76.
Breakdown of Elevations
General Promotions: Approximately 11,900 lower-rank officers were moved up by one step after remaining in their previous ranks beyond the stipulated four-year period.
Special Recommendations: About 600 officers were elevated for exceptional performance of duty.
Posthumous Honors: In a compassionate move, the administration reviewed petitions from families of personnel who died in the line of duty, granting those officers posthumous promotions.
Petitions and Rectifications
The Secretariat further disclosed that it had reviewed several petitions regarding unfair treatment. Notably, some officers who had been on interdiction for over five years were acquitted, discharged, and granted their delayed promotions. Discrepancies in promotion dates that had hindered the career progression of other officers were also rectified.
“Our men and women are sacrificing a lot for this country. They deserve to be treated fairly, regardless of background,” the Secretariat noted, adding that the exercise aims to boost morale and ensure every officer receives due recognition for their service.
GHBUSS
12 Feb. 2026
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