The Ghana Police Service has strongly dismissed allegations of paper leakage, bribery, and irregularities in the recently conducted Police Competitive Promotional Examination (PCPE) for Chief Inspectors seeking admission into the Police Academy.
In a response issued by the Inspector-General of Police’s Secretariat, the Police Administration described reports circulating in sections of the media as false, misleading, and an attempt to undermine what it called one of the most transparent and professionally organised promotional examinations in the history of the Service.
According to the statement, no examination papers were leaked, and no officer paid money to secure promotion or placement into the Police Academy.
The Administration also rejected claims that some officers allegedly paid between ¢70,000 and ¢100,000 to influence the process, insisting there is no evidence to support such accusations.
Police explained that the examinations were conducted under strict supervision in collaboration with the University of Cape Coast, which has consistently overseen the examinations over the years to ensure fairness, transparency, and accountability.
The Service further stated that stringent security protocols were implemented before, during, and after the examinations to prevent any form of malpractice.
The Secretariat challenged any candidate or officer with credible evidence of bribery or wrongdoing to formally submit it for investigation instead of resorting to media publications.
According to the statement, all candidates were assessed strictly on merit, competence, and performance, adding that successful candidates from various commands and units across the country earned their results through hard work and adequate preparation.
The Police Administration also revealed that following a special intervention and amnesty granted by John Dramani Mahama, approximately 300 officers who scored 50 percent were additionally considered to support fairness, motivation, and career progression within the Service.
While acknowledging the watchdog role of the media, the Police Administration expressed disappointment in some media outlets for publishing the allegations without first seeking the response of the Service.
The statement reaffirmed the commitment of the Ghana Police Service, under the leadership of Christian Tetteh Yohuno, to integrity, professionalism, transparency, and fairness in all internal processes, including promotions and career advancement.
By paqmediagh/Peter Quao Adattor
