The Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has officially commissioned a new police station at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), to enhance security and provide improved policing services to the university community.
The modern police facility has offices for case management, the station officer and the Criminal Investigations Department. It also has a cell lobby, kitchenette, gender-specific washrooms for staff and visitors, and spacious parking.
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Hon. Mubarak lauded the UPSA leadership for their proactive approach to campus safety and their pivotal role in making the project a reality.
“I wish to commend the Vice-Chancellor and management of UPSA for their foresight and dedication in partnering with the Ghana Police Service to bring this police station to life,” the Minister said.
“This facility is not just a building; it is a hub for security operations and a symbol of our collective commitment to ensuring the safety of our communities.”
He reiterated government’s unwavering support for security agencies and urged community collaboration in identifying and resolving safety challenges.
He further charged officers assigned to the new station to uphold professionalism, utilise the facility effectively, and engage with the public in addressing their concerns.
“This police station marks a new chapter in the collective pursuit of safety and security for all. Let us rise to the occasion and meet the expectations of the people we serve,” he added.
Vice-Chancellor of UPSA, Prof. John Kwaku Mensah Mawutor, expressed profound gratitude to the government and stakeholders for their support in bringing the project to fruition.
He described the establishment of the police station as a timely intervention that will greatly contribute to a safer, more secure academic environment.
“This police station is an important milestone in our journey to make UPSA not only a centre of academic excellence but also a secure space for learning, innovation, and growth,” Prof. Mawutor stated.
“We are grateful to the government, the Inspector-General of Police, and the contractor, FT Global Investment Ltd., for their unwavering support in bringing this project to completion.”
He also recognised the contributions of former Vice-Chancellor Prof. Abednego Feehi Okoe Amartey and former IGP Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, under whose leadership the initiative was launched in 2023.
“We cannot forget the role played by Prof. Amartey, who laid the foundation for this achievement. It is a testament to what continuity and shared vision can accomplish,” he noted.
In a speech read on his behalf, Inspector-General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, affirmed the Police Service’s commitment to professionalism, integrity, and upholding public trust through effective law enforcement and peacekeeping.
Other dignitaries present at the event included the Deputy Minister for the Interior, Hon. Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi; the Acting Chief Director of the Ministry of the Interior, Mrs. Doreen Annan; members of the Police Management Board; and UPSA management.
The ceremony also saw the attendance of Dr. Kofi Kodua Sarpong, Chancellor of UPSA; former Vice-Chancellor Prof. Abednego F. O. Amartey; and former Registrar Dr. Koryoe Anim-Wright, among other distinguished guests.
