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The Minister-Designate for the Interior, Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, has strongly advocated for the mandatory use of body cameras by police officers in Ghana to address widespread concerns about police misconduct, including extortion and brutality.
Speaking during his vetting before the Parliamentary Appointments Committee on January 24, Muntaka stressed that the introduction of body cameras would enhance accountability and help restore public confidence in the Ghana Police Service.
The Asawase Member of Parliament expressed concern over increasing reports of police brutality and extortion, issues that have significantly undermined trust in law enforcement agencies.
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“Police misconduct is a major concern for many Ghanaians, and it is eroding the confidence the public has in the Ghana Police Service,” Muntaka noted.
To address these challenges, he proposed a policy requiring all police officers to wear and activate body cameras during their official duties.
Muntaka explained that the use of body cameras would provide a transparent and impartial record of police interactions with the public, eliminating ambiguity in cases where officers’ conduct is called into question.
“We will ensure that if you are a police officer and you have to step out, then you have your body camera on. This will take away all the ambiguity and the troubles because when you put the body camera on, everywhere you are, you are being recorded,” he said.
The nominee added that such a policy would help expose instances of misconduct, such as extortion or brutality, and serve as a deterrent to errant officers.
Muntaka’s proposal reflects growing calls for greater accountability within Ghana’s security services. If implemented, the use of body cameras could play a pivotal role in reforming police practices and rebuilding public trust.
He emphasised that the initiative would not only protect citizens but also serve as a safeguard for officers by providing an accurate record of events during their interactions with the public.
This proposal aligns with global trends, as many countries have adopted body camera programs to enhance transparency and accountability in policing.
