The Ghana Police Service has denied allegations of examination leakage, bribery, and irregularities surrounding the 2026 Police Competitive Promotional Examination (PCPE), insisting that the entire process was transparent, credible, and strictly merit-based.
The Police Administration said officers with genuine concerns about the promotion examination should follow established internal procedures to seek redress rather than make what it described as baseless claims in the media.
A total of 7,500 Chief Inspectors from across the country sat for the Police Competitive Promotional Examination on April 12, 2026, at three centres in Accra. The highly competitive exercise forms a critical part of the promotion process for admission into the Ghana Police Academy and the grooming of future senior officers.
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In a statement issued by the Secretariat of the Inspector-General of Police, the Administration described reports of leaked examination papers and alleged payments ranging from GH¢70,000 to GH¢100,000 for promotion as false, misleading, and unsupported by evidence.
According to the statement, no examination papers were leaked to any officer, and no officer paid money to secure admission to the Police Academy.
The Police Administration said the allegations were calculated to tarnish the integrity of what it called one of the most professionally organised promotional examinations in the history of the Service.
The Police explained that the examination was conducted in collaboration with the University of Cape Coast, which has consistently served as the independent external body responsible for overseeing the PCPE.
Officials noted that robust security protocols were implemented before, during, and after the examinations to prevent any form of malpractice and ensure a fair process for all candidates.
The Secretariat urged any officer or candidate with credible evidence of bribery or irregularities to formally submit it for investigation and possible disciplinary action.
It stressed that the Inspector-General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, maintains an open-door policy and has encouraged dissatisfied candidates to use official channels to request a review of their results.
The statement emphasized that spreading unverified allegations through the media would not resolve concerns and urged officers to use the Service’s communication structures.
According to the Administration, all candidates were assessed solely on merit, competence, and performance.
The Police said successful candidates from commands and units across Ghana earned their results through hard work, discipline, and adequate preparation.
The statement added that despite the high stakes and the large number of participants, due process was followed meticulously and would not be compromised under any circumstances.
The Administration disclosed that many officers achieved the required pass mark based purely on merit.
In addition, following a special intervention and amnesty granted by John Dramani Mahama, about 300 officers who scored 50 percent were also considered to support fairness, motivation, and career progression within the Ghana Police Service.
Police authorities said the decision was made in good faith to boost morale and enhance the welfare of officers nationwide.