President Nana Akufo-Addo has directed the Inspector General of Police, David Asante-Apeatu, to proceed on leave with immediate effect. Mr Asante-Apeatu is due to begin his retirement from August 14 having served as the IGP for two-and-a half years. His deputy, COP, Mr. James Oppong-Boanuh, has been asked to act until a substantive IGP is appointed in accordance with the constitution, a statement from the presidency announced.
IGP bows out, hands over to his deputy on the orders of Akufo-Addo
By Steven Effah
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