President John Dramani Mahama has assured the Ghana Police Service that the 40 armoured vehicles handed over on Thursday, December 4, are only the beginning of a broader effort to strengthen the operational capacity of the force.

Speaking at the ceremony, President Mahama said an additional 10 covert operational vehicles and two tow trucks will soon be deployed to ensure police officers are well-equipped to carry out their duties.

“These 40 vehicles are just the first batch of what you are receiving. By the end of this month, you will receive two tow trucks so that anytime any of these vehicles get immobilised anywhere, you can go and bring the vehicle back to base. You will also get 10 covert operational vehicles,” he stated.

The President further disclosed plans to provide every police district with a standard pickup truck for routine patrol duties, enhancing mobility and response times across the country.

President Mahama also highlighted plans to integrate modern technology into policing to improve operational efficiency and surveillance capabilities.

“There is going to be a police detachment that will be trained on how to use drones for urban surveillance and information gathering on any theatres that you are involved in,” he added.

Emphasising that the 40 vehicles represent only the first stage of a larger programme, Mahama assured officers that the government remains committed to continually upgrading its resources to meet operational demands.

“These 40 vehicles are just the first batch of the many that you are going to receive,” he said, signalling a sustained investment in security infrastructure.