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Before He Became IGP: Find Out the Ranks George Akuffo Dampare Held at the Police Service
Dec 4, 2024
George Akuffo Dampare’s rise to the top of the Ghana Police Service is a story of hard work and determination.
Starting his career as a young recruit, he worked his way up, proving himself at every stage.
It’s clear that Dampare didn’t just get lucky – he earned every promotion with his dedication, skills, and leadership.
From his days as a Police Constable in 1990 to becoming the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) in 2021, Dampare has shown what it means to climb the ladder through pure commitment and excellence.
Let's find out how George Akuffo Dampare went from rookie to IGP in Just 31 Years.
Timelines of Dampare’s Career
1990: Dampare Joins the Ghana Police Service
At the age of 20, George Akuffo Dampare joined the Ghana Police Service in December 1990.
He was recruited as a Police Constable. It didn’t take long for his exceptional skills to shine through.
Just one year later, in 1991, he was named the overall Best Recruit at the National Police Training School.
He won almost every award except the 'Best Marksman' award, showing that even in his early days, he was a force to be reckoned with.
1996: Best Cadet at the Ghana Police Academy
Dampare’s hard work continued to pay off in 1996 when he completed the 32nd Cadet Officers' Course at the Ghana Police Academy.
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