Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, Ghana’s Minister-Designate for the Interior, has called for the mandatory use of body cameras by police officers to curb growing concerns over police misconduct, including instances of brutality and extortion. During his vetting by the Appointments Committee of Parliament on January 24, Muntaka underscored that the policy would serve as a crucial step toward increasing accountability and rebuilding public trust in the Ghana Police Service.

The Asawase lawmaker pointed to the widespread public outrage over police violence and corrupt practices, which have significantly damaged the public’s confidence in law enforcement.

To address these issues, Muntaka proposed that every police officer be required to wear and activate a body camera whenever performing their official duties. This move, he believes, would help eliminate ambiguity in controversial cases and provide an unfiltered, unbiased record of interactions between officers and the public.

“By ensuring that body cameras are in use at all times, we’ll remove any doubt about police behavior,” Muntaka said. “If an officer is involved in extortion or acts of brutality, the camera will capture it all, ensuring full transparency.”

The proposal could serve as a vital tool in restoring public faith in a police force that has been under increasing scrutiny in recent years.

Source:TheDotNews