Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), has promoted Inspector Hance Atubra of the Tarkwa Divisional Police Headquarters to the rank of Chief Inspector.
The IGP promoted the officer in recognition of his bravery during a fire outbreak at Aboso in the Western Region.
His promotion follows Inspector Atubra’s intervention during the fire, which broke out at the Aboso Main Lorry Station on Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
The fire engulfed a number of shops at the station, putting people within the affected area at risk; however, Inspector Atubra, who was reportedly the first police officer to arrive at the scene, immediately moved to assist people trapped in the area.
Inspector Atubra’s actions attracted commendation from people who witnessed the incident and subsequently led to a recommendation for his promotion.
In a statement issued by the Police on Facebook read, “IGP PROMOTES POLICE OFFICER FOR SAVING LIVES DURING ABOSO FIRE OUTBREAK.
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has promoted Inspector Hance Atubra of the Tarkwa Divisional Headquarters to the rank of Chief Inspector for his role in saving lives during a fire outbreak at Aboso in the Western Region.
The fire outbreak occurred on 26th August 2026, when some shops at the Aboso Main Lorry Station were engulfed in flames, resulting in damage to properties.
Inspector Atubra, who was the first Police officer to arrive at the scene, immediately took action to assist people trapped in the affected area and helped to evacuate the victims to safety.
His actions were highly commended by people who witnessed the incident, leading to a recommendation for his promotion in recognition of his courage, quick response and efforts to save life and property.
The promotion underscores the Police Administration’s commitment to recognising and rewarding officers who demonstrate exceptional courage, dedication and commitment to duty”.
Some Ghanaians reacting to the news of his promotion stated, “Kudos, but he needs to visit the hospital for a checkup after entering a smoke-filled room”.
A Facebooker added, “This can never happen to any public service staff even if you sacrifice your head on the plate in line of duty or service!
I highly commend and salute 🫡 the IGP 👮♀️
Imagine rising to a higher rank overnight through your spontaneous selfless service or putting your life on the line just to save á dying situation!
Congratulations to him; these are among the few civil servants who deserve the best and not just accolades!”.
“It’s not like I’m against GPS oh, but why don’t we see these kinds of promotions in other institutions like GES, GHS and the likes?
We all do our best in our respective fields; recognition as such should not seem one-sided, don’t you think?”, a netizen added.
A netizen added, “He deserved it. This will motivate him and others to do more, unless yaanom; even when one is qualified for promotion, they will still not. I didn’t mention any institution oh, yoo”.
One last Facebooker added, “The scars of this man show that he knows what goes on when there is a fire outbreak… well done IGP. Keep recognising the good work of ur team. Please, very soon we will equally expose your members who stop us for coins … if we do, let’s see actions”.
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