Details About COP Christian Tetteh Yohunu, Biography, Achievements, & More

Commissioner of Police, COP Christian Tetteh Yohunu has some mesmerizing track records in his field of duty. The change of Government lead to his installation as Inspector-General of Police (IGP) under President John Dramani Mahama’s regime. Prior to his appointment, he served under President Nana Akuffo Addo as the Deputy IGP for Operations.

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Who Is COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno

Date Of Birth, Age Of COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno

COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno was born on December 27, 1965, and as of December 2025 he will be 60 years old.

Educational Background Of COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno

COP Tetteh Yohuno had his secondary school education at Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School, where he was awarded an SSCE certificate. After completing his secondary school education, he went ahead to undertake a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Ghana. After his first degree, he further pursued an Executive MBA in Project Management from the Institute of Professional Studies (currently known as UPSA).

Achievements Of COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno

COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno has served not less than 40 years in Ghana’s police service. He is one of the key figures in the service when it comes to specialization in operations and administration. Due to his unshakable dedication to national security or public safety, his reputation as an esteemed law enforcer keeps soaring.

Over the past decades, he has been heavily involved in the combat of crime syndicates as well as the management of risky national security operations. Here are some key achievements of COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno:

• He was a Divisional Commander for Accra Central from 2007-2009. There he had the challenge to manage an intricate policing environment, but COP Christian Yohuno succeeded in this undertaking.
• Fast forward in 2011, COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno was given a Grand Medal. This prestigious award is among Ghana’s prominent civilian honours. His resilience in combating crime syndicates earned him such an accolade.
• In the year 2012, COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno gained promotion to Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP), indicating his unwavering contributions to law enforcement.
• His significant reforms in 2015 when he was the Director-General of the Motor Traffic and Transport Directorate (MTTD), led to the minimization of road traffic related challenges, especially accidents.
• After gaining tremendous momentum in 2016, he was promoted and became Commissioner of Police (COP), and then Director-General for Special Duties and Administration.
• COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno gained another ascendency on July 17, 2024. In that year, he was appointment as Inspector-General of Police (IGP) by President Nana Akuffo Addo.
• On March 13, 2025, Dr George Akuffo Dampare was replaced by COP Christian Tetteh Yohunu as the new Inspector-General of Police (IGP). An appointment made by President John Dramani Mahama in accordance with Articles 91 and 202 of the 1992 Constitution.

Conclusion

Christian Tetteh Yohunu is a significant personality in Ghana’s security landscape. Throughout his career, he exhibited qualities such as professionalism, intergrity, patriotism or dedication to service.

Obviously, his appointment as Ghana’s IGP under President John Dramani Mahama is not by chance or luck, however it can be largely attributed to his comprehensive understanding of the various aspects of police operations.