The Ministry of Interior has cautioned all Private Security Organisations to refrain from wearing unauthorised uniforms and operate within their limit.
The ministry in a statement announced that failure to comply with the directive will result in arrest or face the law.
This caution comes after the Ghana Police Service on Friday, June 14, 2024, arrested two individuals wearing unprescribed uniforms similar to the Military uniform.
“Contrary to the regulations outlined in the Police Service (Private Security Organisations) Regulations, 1992 (LI.1571) and the Police Service Organisations (Amendment) Regulations, 1994 (L.I.1579), The arrested officers were granted bail by the Police and the Ministry will apply the necessary sanctions against the company involved”, an excerpt of the statement read.
The ministry further highlighted the prescribed uniform to be worn by private security organisations.
“White long/short sleeve shirts over a pair of ash khaki trousers with white stripes on both sides, Cream long/short-sleeved shirts over brown khaki trousers with cream stripes on both sides, Mauve long/short sleeve shirts over a pair of maroon trousers with mauve stripes on both sides, Yellow shirts with ash/grey reflectors across the back and front over brown khaki trousers (solely for the Mines and Oil fields).”
The ministry, however, commended and appreciated the effort of private security organisations and the crucial role they play in Ghana’s security service, thus, ensuring them of their safety during the course of their work.
“The Ministry understands and appreciates the critical role private security organisations play in complementing the role of the Security Services in Ghana. However, the Ministry will not compromise the regulations designed to ensure the safety and security of all Ghanaians. The Ministry of the Interior will continue to create a safe and secure environment for all Ghanaians and is committed to working with the private security industry to achieve this goal,” the ministry stated.