Inspector-General of Police, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, conducted a follow-up visit to Kantamanto in Accra on Friday, December 22, seeking feedback from traders regarding the security measures in place for the Christmas season.
Accompanied by members of the Police Management Board, the IGP aimed to assess the effectiveness of the security arrangements and gather insights directly from the traders.
During the visit, Dr. Dampare reiterated the police’s commitment to ensuring the safety of citizens and welcomed constructive feedback from the community.
“I came for your feedback on what we are doing right and what you want us to change because we are your servants and we must ensure that you feel safe. So far we have met a lot of groups on their security concerns and most of them, as you have testified, have been addressed,” he emphasised.
Acknowledging the collaborative effort between the police and the community, Dr. Dampare commended the traders for their diligence and hard work, extending heartfelt Christmas wishes.
He reiterated that the police are there to serve and address any security concerns that may arise.
The chairman of the Kantamanto Used Clothing Sellers Association, Michael Oppong, expressed satisfaction with the security measures implemented in the market.
“Today we are here as your servants and we want to visit you and commend you first on the hard work you’re doing for this country, we want to wish you Merry Christmas and finally we want to listen to you on all your security concerns,” the IGP said.
“We are happy with your work and we believe a lot of Ghanaians are happy with you. We wish you all and we know you will continue with what you have started for us”.
This visit was part of the ongoing engagement between law enforcement and the community, fostering a collaborative approach to enhancing security during the festive season.