Inspector-General of Police Dr. George Akuffo Dampare has been honored with Rotary International’s most esteemed award, the Paul Harris Fellow’s medal.
This recognition took place at the Rotary International District 9104 Official District Conference in Kumasi, graced by the presence of Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu.
Dr. Akuffo Dampare was lauded for his outstanding leadership in upholding peace and security nationwide since assuming the position of Inspector-General of Police.
In a keynote address titled “Creating Hope During the 2024 Elections and Beyond: Activities of the Ghana Police Service” the IGP shared with the audience, various initiatives he, and the current Police leadership, have taken to build hope and confidence among the public.
He highlighted several initiatives, including enhanced police presence, intensified intelligence gathering, and the implementation of the Snatch Them Young Policing Initiative, as methods adopted by the police to instill hope among citizens.
Furthermore, he encouraged the public to contribute to fostering hope among police personnel by commending them for their positive actions and offering constructive criticism when necessary.
“The actions of the Police, creators of hope, will endure only when we are motivated. First, we can motivate ourselves by our inner God-feeling that irrespective of what anyone says or does we will continue giving hope, then encouragement of the recipient of the hope, the Public, who are the beneficiaries of that hope will also create hope for the people giving the hope. So the actions of the creators and recipients of hope reinforce each other in the hope process,” the IGP illustrated.
The Paul Harris Fellow’s award, esteemed as the highest form of recognition by Rotary Clubs, honors individuals, whether Rotarians or members of the community, who have made significant contributions to society. Notable recipients include former US President Jimmy Carter.