Retired Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), Benjamin Agordzo, has expressed deep concerns over what he describes as the “upside-down” management of the Ghana Police Service under the current Inspector General of Police (IGP). Speaking during an interview on Onua 95.1 FM, Agordzo claimed that the IGP has turned the police service into his “personal property,” promoting favoritism and stifling career growth for deserving officers.
“If given the opportunity, I would provide a detailed assessment of the IGP at a suitable forum,” Agordzo stated. “Right now, time is too short, but let me give a snippet: in my view, he has turned the police service upside down. If you want my full opinion, invite me, and I’ll bring data and more information to show that he is indeed reshaping the police service in a way that benefits only a few.”
Agordzo highlighted concerns about career progression within the service, pointing out that some of his colleagues have been stalled at the Assistant Commissioner level since 2017 while others, who were Superintendents, have been promoted to higher ranks as Deputy Commissioners. He argued that the current system has allowed the IGP to selectively push forward his preferred candidates, often bypassing officers with more experience or tenure. “Appointments beyond ACP can be political, and I accept that the President has interests, but it should be on a fair recommendation basis,” he explained. “Without the IGP’s endorsement, you won’t advance unless someone within the presidency champions your case.”
Agordzo also noted his partial agreement with fellow retired officer COP Alex Mensah, who has previously criticized the IGP’s leadership. “I don’t align with the political angle taken by Alex Mensah,” Agordzo clarified, “but what he said about the internal issues within the police is absolutely true.”
According to Agordzo, these issues have not only undermined discipline but have also impacted morale within the ranks. He warned that unless the leadership undergoes critical reforms, these tensions could continue to erode the public’s trust in the Ghana Police Service.
