The Inspector General of Police Service, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has pledged to enhance cooperation between the police and the media, emphasizing the shared responsibility of both entities in crime-fighting efforts and public trust.
Speaking at a workshop for regional and unit public affairs officers of the Ghana Police Service, IGP Yohuno outlined his vision for a collaborative, professional relationship with media stakeholders.
“The media has been a key stakeholder in crime-fighting efforts and has influenced public perceptions of our work in numerous ways therefore, it is imperative that our engagement with the media be intentional, professional, and instructive.”
Addressing the officers at the workshop on Thursday March 20, 2025, he outlined his three guiding principles for effective police-media relations.
“It is our responsibility to protect the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive information while balancing this duty with the need to remain as open and transparent as possible, ensure that your interactions with the media are dealt with the highest standards of credibility, integrity, and impartiality.”
He called for uniformity in messaging across all police regions and units to ensure coherence and professionalism.
The IGP referenced Service Instruction Number Seven (SI7) as the definitive guide for public affairs officers in navigating relationships with the media.
He stressed the importance of adhering to the core values and ethical standards of the Ghana Police Service while engaging the press.
“As police public affairs officers, we are responsible for managing the relationship between the service and the media, always guided by the core values and ethical standards of the Ghana Police Service”.
