The Ghana Police Service has commenced documentation and body inspection for applicants in the Greater Accra Region, with reports indicating that the process is running in an orderly and efficient manner at the designated centres.

The recruitment exercise, taking place across 12 centres in Accra, had six centres operational today, with authorities implementing measures to ensure both safety and efficiency in the wake of past overcrowding incidents during military recruitment exercises.

The revised process follows the tragic stampede at El-Wak Stadium, where overcrowding during a military recruitment exercise led to the loss of six lives.

In response, the Ministry of the Interior decentralised the recruitment process and introduced a centralised digital application system through the Centralised Services E-Recruitment Portal (C-SERP), allowing for a more controlled and organised approach.

Applicants who spoke with JoyNews expressed satisfaction with the process. One applicant remarked, “Initially, I was skeptical because of what happened with the military exercise. But when I got here, I realised things were moving so fast. The queues were well managed, and the process was quick.”

Another applicant added, “Everything went very smoothly. We were provided with seats, water, and snacks. It was calm and well organised—definitely a good process.”

Several applicants highlighted the efficiency of the session divisions, noting that morning and afternoon sessions allowed for better management of applicant numbers.

“We didn’t struggle at all. It was calm and really good,” said one applicant, noting that concerns of overcrowding were unfounded.

Others described the experience as welcoming and professional. “The officers were radiant and very supportive. We were given numbers, water, and snacks. The process moved step by step and didn’t take long at all,” said an applicant who arrived early in the morning.

The Ghana Police Service has reiterated that the revised recruitment approach aims to safeguard applicants while maintaining transparency and efficiency.

Observers and participants alike have praised the measures, calling for the approach to be maintained for future recruitment exercises.