President John Dramani Mahama has granted a two-year extension to Inspector General of Police (IGP) Christian Tetteh Yohuno, allowing him to continue leading the Ghana Police Service beyond his scheduled retirement in December 2025. The extension, announced on November 25, 2025, follows a recommendation from the Police Council and is intended to ensure continuity in police reforms and national security initiatives.
IGP Yohuno, appointed in March 2025, will oversee key programs, modernization efforts, and personnel development. Supporters argue the move maintains stability in the police force and builds on Yohuno’s achievements in boosting visibility and community engagement.
However, the decision has sparked debate amid a recent presidential directive suspending post-retirement contract appointments for public service staff. In a letter dated April 2, 2025, Secretary to the President, Dr. E. Mahama, announced the immediate suspension of all post-retirement contract grants, stating that no further requests will be considered.
Critics question the consistency of the government’s stance, arguing that extending Yohuno’s tenure contradicts the ban on contract appointments. Opposition figures and analysts are calling for transparency, urging the government to clarify whether the extension constitutes a contract appointment or an exemption.
The controversy adds to ongoing discussions about governance and institutional reforms in Ghana’s public service. Authorities have yet to respond to inquiries about the rationale behind the exemption, if any, for the IGP’s extension.