In a bid to transform Sierra Leone’s law enforcement landscape, Major General (Rtd.) David Taluvan, Minister for Internal Affairs, paid a courtesy call on the Minister for the Interior, Henry Quartey, as part of a learning exchange programme.
The visit aimed to explore Ghana’s successful transition from a Police Force to a Police Service and understand how the Ministry of the Interior collaborates with its Agencies to maintain law and order.
Henry Quartey reiterated Government’s commitment to retooling the security services and collaboration.
“We are ready to collaborate with Sierra Leone and share our experiences to strengthen our bilateral relations and enhance regional security,” he emphasised.
Major General (Rtd.) Taluvan, who shared fond memories of Ghana, expressed admiration for the country’s commitment to excellence in policing.
“Ghana has always set the standard in everything you do, and we seek to tap into your expertise to enhance our police service,” he said.
The meeting brought together Heads of Ghana’s Security Agencies, who shared their experiences and best practices in maintaining law and order. The Ghana Police Service, Ghana Prisons Service, Ghana National Fire Service, Ghana Immigration Service, Narcotics Control Commission, and the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons presented their unique perspectives.
The Sierra Leonean delegation, comprising the Deputy Minister for Justice, Inspector-General of Police, Police Commissioners, and officials from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), actively engaged with their Ghanaian counterparts, seeking valuable insights to inform their police service reforms.
This exchange programme marks a significant milestone in the collaboration between Ghana and Sierra Leone, as they strive to enhance regional security and maintain law and order through effective policing.
Source: Ministry of Interior PR Unit
