Dr George Akuffo Dampare, the Inspector General of Police (IGP), has assured driver unions in the country that the service will address their security concerns ahead of the Yuletide.
He also announced plans to allow commercial drivers and any other driver to rest at police stations and some major checkpoints when embarking on long journeys.
Speaking at a stakeholder meeting with the driver unions and vehicle and asset dealers union of Ghana at the Neoplan Lorry Station in Accra, the IGP advised the drivers to be mindful of the Road Traffic Regulations to save lives.
On their part, the drivers complained about the conduct of some police officers on the major highways, the installation of unapproved headlamps, and the untimely towing of some faulty stationary vehicles.
They also complained about the activities of online fraudsters and other cyber related crimes, the conduct of some police personnel and the lack of education on road traffic regulations.
They also appealed for better supervision on the conduct of drivers and further commended the police administration for their approach and interest in deepening the relationship with stakeholders.
The IGP was accompanied by COP Christian Tetteh Yuhono, DG/Administration, DCOP Aboagye Nyarko, DG/MTTD, DCOP Mohammed Fuseini Suraji, DG/OPS, ACP/Kwesi Ofori, DG/PAD, ACP Faustina A.K Andoh Kwoffie, the Greater Accra Regional Police Commander and other Senior Officers.
Fred Dzakpata
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