Superintendent Augustine Dawson Amoah has taken over the new leader of the Inspector General of Police (IGP’s) Special Operations Team.
This follows the removal of the leader, DSP Bawah Abdul Jalil, as a result of the ongoing investigations into an alleged assault case involving renowned Ghanaian visual artist, Ibrahim Mahama, in the Tamale metropolis last month during the Eid-ul Fitr celebration.
Subsequently, the Inspector General of Police, Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno ordered the transfer of the case from the Northern Regional Police Command to ensure a comprehensive probe following a meeting with Mr. Mahama on March 26, 2026.
The embattled leader, Alhaji Abdul Jalil and other members of the special operations team are being investigated for the alleged assault. However, the leader earlier denied any wrongdoing.
Meanwhile, a formal handing-over ceremony was held at the National Police Training School in Accra on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, to mark a change in leadership of the Special Operations Team.
The outgoing leader of the team, DSP Bawah Abdul Jalil, officially handed over command responsibilities to the new Commander, Superintendent Augustine Dawson Amoah who will be supported by three other senior officers.
In his remarks, DSP Bawah Abdul Jalil urged personnel to give their full cooperation and support to the new leadership to ensure continuity and operational effectiveness.
Superintendent Augustine Dawson Amoah, in his address, assured the team of his commitment to effective leadership and called for unity, discipline, and professionalism in the execution of their duties.
