The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has unveiled plans for the Ghana Police Service to establish an AI-driven Real-Time Crime Centre by the end of 2025. The initiative is part of a broader vision to transform the service into a smart, proactive, and citizen-focused institution capable of addressing complex 21st-century security threats such as cybercrime, terrorism, and urban violence.
Speaking at the 2025 Conferral and Graduation Ceremony of Accra Metropolitan University, where he was conferred with an honorary Doctor of Laws (LL.D), Honoris Causa Dr. Yohuno outlined the Police Service’s strategic direction. The state-of-the-art Real-Time Crime Centre will integrate CCTV surveillance, emergency call data, and AI-powered predictive analytics to detect crime patterns, improve resource allocation, and enhance crime prevention capabilities. A new mobile app will also allow citizens to report crimes, track case progress, and receive real-time safety alerts. Additionally, Human Rights Impact Assessments will be mandatory before major operations, ensuring ethical policing that respects community rights.
Dr. Yohuno shared the honours with Patricia Obo-Nai, CEO of Telecel Ghana, who also received an honorary doctorate in recognition of her leadership in digital innovation and inclusive development. Obo-Nai dedicated her award to women breaking barriers in STEM and leadership, stressing the importance of inclusion in driving innovation and urging society to empower every girl to question, innovate, and lead.
The colourful event drew dignitaries from the security services, government, academia, and families of graduating students. Delivering the keynote speech on the evolving role of the Ghana Police Service in a democratic society, Dr. Yohuno reflected on the institution’s transformation from a colonial force to a modern, accountable public service rooted in democratic values.
Justice Nana Barima Yaw Kodie Oppong, Director for Legal Education and Appeals Court Judge, urged graduates to embrace traditional values, innovation, and integrity, cautioning against environmental degradation such as illegal mining (galamsey). He also encouraged responsible use of AI, while reminding graduates of the responsibilities that come with academic and leadership titles.
Professor Ahmed Abdulai Jinapor, Director-General of the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC), warned against the misuse of academic titles like “Doctor” and “Professor,” noting that they must be earned through academic merit, not honorary conferments. Drawing parallels with police ranks, he stressed that academic designations are regulated by law and must be respected.
Vice-Chancellor Prof. Goski Alabi presented the university’s report, highlighting the launch of eight new academic programs, including PhDs in Leadership and Sustainable Governance, and Finance and Accounting, and upgrades in infrastructure such as an AI-powered learning management system. She also revealed the university’s participation in three international research projects, two of which are funded by the EU, and appealed to the government to extend its free first-year tuition policy to private universities.
This milestone event not only celebrated academic excellence but also signaled Ghana’s commitment to modernizing national security through technology, public engagement, and inclusive leadership.
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