Marshalls University College had the honour of participating in the prestigious Passing-Out Ceremony of the Ghana Police Service for junior recruits, hosted at the National Police Training School (NPTS) in Tesano, Accra.

The event marked the graduation of over 1,100 newly trained officers, including over 600 female recruits, who have successfully completed their training and are now poised to serve the nation with integrity and professionalism.

The Reviewing Officer for the ceremony was the Honourable Alhaji Muntaka Mohammed Mubarak, Ghana’s Minister for the Interior. In his keynote remarks, the Minister commended the leadership of the Ghana Police Service and urged the graduates to maintain high standards of discipline and service to country.

Among the award recipients was PW/SGT. Sophia Elikplim Dedjoe, who distinguished herself by winning both the Best Under-Cadet (NPTS) Academics and the National Best Female Recruit Award, a proud moment of excellence and empowerment for women in the security sector.

The event was held under the able leadership of ACP Mike Baah, Commanding Officer of NPTS. Known for his exemplary team spirit, communication prowess, and strategic leadership, ACP Baah continues to uphold the NPTS legacy of excellence in police training.

About the National Police Training School (NPTS)

Founded in 1930, the NPTS is Ghana’s foremost police training institution. Its roots trace back to 1894 during the era of the Gold Coast Police Force. It currently trains thousands of recruits annually, with a special focus on:

i. Police professionalism and ethics

ii. Public engagement and responsibilities

iii. Practical policing skills (law, ICT, investigation, and order management)

iv. Physical fitness, discipline, and tactical readiness

The school has trained over 16,000 female officers and collaborates with six other regional training centres. The Inspector General of Police, Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has introduced an enhanced curriculum that now includes Riding, Driving, Swimming, High-Risk Operations, and Public Order Management, ensuring that new officers meet global standards of policing.

Marshalls: A Trusted Academic Partner for the Ghana Police Service

Representing Marshalls University College at the event was its Founder and President, Dr. Tetteh Nettey, which reaffirmed the institution’s support for national development through lifelong learning and higher education.

Marshalls University College, fully accredited by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) and affiliated with the University of Cape Coast, also holds international accreditation from a leading UK awarding body, OTHM. The University College offers a wide range of flexible, career-aligned academic programmes ideal for professionals in the security sector, including:

a. Certificate Courses in Security, Intelligence, and Public Administration
b. Bachelor of Science Degrees in disciplines relevant to modern policing and governance
c. Master of Science in Education.
d. Master of Science in Strategic Leadership and Governance
e. Professional Doctorate Programmes in Strategic Leadership and Governance for senior professionals

With many of these programmes offered through a blended learning model (online and on-campus), Marshalls provides an ideal platform for officers and law enforcement professionals to pursue further education without compromising their service duties.

A Future of Service and Scholarship

The presence of Marshalls University College at the graduation of the Ghana Police Service symbolises a strategic partnership in shaping the next generation of intelligent, principled, and well-educated law enforcement officers. As Ghana advances its security architecture, Marshalls stands ready to provide the intellectual foundation and leadership training necessary to meet tomorrow’s challenges.

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