Former United Nations Governance Advisor, Professor Baffour Agyeman-Duah, has voiced his full support for President John Mahama’s decision to change the Inspector General of Police (IGP), calling it a standard part of governance.
Appearing on Newsfile on JoyNews, Professor Agyeman-Duah defended the president’s move, asserting that leadership changes, including those at the top of law enforcement, are routine in political transitions and should not raise concerns.
“There is absolutely nothing wrong with the president changing the IGP, or even the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) if he decides to,” Prof. Agyeman-Duah stated. “Such changes happen all the time in governance.”
He went on to explain that every new president seeks leadership that aligns with their vision, pointing to similar actions taken by leaders worldwide, including in the U.S. “When a new president comes in, it’s natural for them to want top officials who share their leadership goals. This is not something that should be disputed,” he added.
The announcement of the change in the police leadership has caused a stir, with some celebrating the transition while others, including law enforcement officers, have raised concerns. Despite this, Professor Agyeman-Duah urged caution, emphasizing the need for any president to be mindful of the potential consequences of such decisions.
“Every president must be careful and sensitive when making these changes,” he cautioned. “The wrong choices can disrupt the system.”
Source:TheDotNews