Accra, March 26, – The Inspector-General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has directed the Criminal Investigation Department to investigate an alleged assault on Mr Ibrahim Mahama, an international artist based in Tamale.
The alleged incident reportedly involved personnel of the Black Maria Unit of the Ghana Police Service.
Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP) Grace Ansah-Akrofi, Director-General of the Police Public Affairs Directorate, disclosed this to the media after a closed-door meeting involving Mr Mahama, his family, and the Police Management Board (POMAB).
She said the IGP had also referred the matter to the Police Intelligence and Professional Standards (PIPS) Unit to support and expedite the investigation process.
DCOP Ansah-Akrofi assured that the Police would cooperate fully with the artist, stressing that any officer found culpable would be sanctioned in accordance with the law.
Mr Mahama, who reported that he was assaulted by officers, called for justice and expressed confidence in the process, citing the prompt response and interest shown by the IGP.
He said he was not considering compensation at this stage, indicating that his primary concern was justice to help strengthen public confidence in the system and reinforce Ghana’s reputation as a safe country. However, he noted that he would not hesitate to seek legal redress if liability was established.
The artist, who honoured an invitation to the National Police Headquarters in Accra with some family members, said the incident occurred about a week ago in Tamale.
On his condition, Mr Mahama stated that he would seek medical attention in Accra, explaining that he sustained injuries to his sides and had some teeth broken during the incident. He added that due to the unavailability of MRI scan facilities in Tamale, he would undergo further diagnosis and treatment in Accra, including dental reconstruction.
Mr Mahama expressed hope that such incidents would not recur, emphasising that he held no general grievance against the Police, having received support from the Service in the past, but insisted that justice must prevail in this case.
Providing background, he said the incident arose from an altercation between his uncle and Police personnel, during which he was present in the same vehicle.
“I began filming the incident, which led to a scuffle,” he said.
GHBUSS
26 March 2026
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