The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has assured the New Patriotic Party (NPP) of maximum security during its presidential primary scheduled for January 31, 2026.
The IGP disclosed that at least 70 police personnel will be stationed at each polling centre across the country to ensure a peaceful and credible process.
Speaking at the signing of a Peace Pact by the five NPP flagbearer aspirants on Thursday, January 22, 2026, the IGP explained that the Police Service has formally written to the Minister for the Interior to notify the Minister of Defence to facilitate military support in the Bawku area.
He noted that, apart from Bawku, in all other parts of the country, the military will be placed on standby while the police take the lead in providing security.
“We have enough police personnel on the field, with the exception of Bawku. That is the area where we may need the support of the military,” Mr. Yohuno stated.
“We are assuring you that at least 70 is the minimum number of police personnel that will be stationed at each polling station. We have deployed heavily, and all senior officers will be present at the polling stations.”
