The police administration has held discussions with officials of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) and the Association of Bankers over security issues in the banking sector.
Following attacks on some cash-in-transit operations, the police administration is reviewing its strategy on the movement of cash across the country.
In recognition of the critical role played by stakeholders and the need for stronger partnerships with them, the Ghana Police Service held a meeting with officials of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) and the Association of Bankers on Tuesday 12 October 2021.
The meeting highlighted new strategies being mapped out by the Ghana Police Service to counter cash-in-transit robbery attacks and the challenges that are encountered.
The meeting which was chaired by Dr George Akuffo Dampare, Inspector General of Police, was attended by members of the police management board, the Governor of BoG and his deputies as well as executive members of the Association of Bankers.
Also present were the CEOs of most of the major banks in the country.
“The police administration wishes to assure players within the banking sector and members of the public that it is committed to ensuring a safe and secure atmosphere for the banking industry and guarantee the safety of all persons in the country,” a statement posted on its official Facebook page stated.
The statement added, “The administration would also like to assure all Police officers that their safety is paramount and the Service will go to all lengths to provide them with the needed protection to enable them to serve the society in peace.”
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