???????????????????????????????????? Audio By Carbonatix Former Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Paul Tawiah Quaye, is reported dead. The former police chief, known for his firm stance on discipline and his commitment to modernising the Ghana Police Service, reportedly passed away following a period of illness. Details surrounding his death are limited. While official confirmation from the family is still being formalised, senior police circles have begun sharing tributes to a staunch law enforcement officer. Paul Tawiah Quaye was appointed Inspector-General of Police by the late President John Evans Atta Mills in 2009. During his tenure, he was credited with launching several initiatives aimed at restoring public confidence in the police and ensuring that officers adhered to the highest standards of professional conduct. Often referred to by colleagues as a gentle giant for his calm demeanour but firm command, Mr. Quaye retired from the Ghana Police Service in 2013 after decades of dedicated service. DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited. Tags: former IGP Paul Tawiah Quaye DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited. Related to this story Peter Nanfuri’s name will be written in gold in Ghana’s history – Akufo-Addo eulogizes former IGP Former IGP urges chiefs not to meddle in politics Latest Stories The court lacked jurisdiction to hear the quo warranto application against the prosecutorial powers of the OSP4 minutes Former IGP Paul Tawiah Quaye reported dead5 minutes There is no presidential hand in OSP controversy – Kwakye Ofosu tells CSOs9 minutes Japan names Chef Kahori Kishi as cuisine ambassador to deepen Ghana ties11 minutes Rainforest Alliance convenes stakeholders to deepen sustainability dialogue in Ghana’s cocoa sector19 minutes World Cup: I will select ‘capable and experienced’ players – Ghana coach Queiroz22 minutes Extreme classroom heat affecting pupils’ learning, cognitive performance – experts warn31 minutes Nana Yeboah Nyamekye Adutwum aka Stephen Kofi Yeboah Kwaso Deduakohene39 minutes I am a winning coach – Carlos Queiroz55 minutes Lamine Yamal ruled out for rest of season but will be fit for World Cup55 minutes New Black Stars coach calls for unity in World Cup push56 minutes Asos demands £7m from US as firms rush to claim tariff refunds58 minutes Lebanon accuses Israel of targeting journalist killed in air strike60 minutes No FIFA plan for Italy to replace Iran at World Cup1 hour Hassan Ayariga backs Mahama’s review of NLA-KGL digital lottery deal1 hour
politics
Former IGP Paul Tawiah Quaye reported dead
MyJoyOnlineBy David ApingaThu, 23 Apr 2026 · 1d ago1 views
Share:

Photo credit: MyJoyOnline
Former Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Paul Tawiah Quaye has reportedly passed away after a period of illness. Appointed IGP in 2009 by President John Evans Atta Mills, Quaye was known for his commitment to discipline and modernizing the Ghana Police Service. He retired in 2013, and senior police officials are now sharing tributes.
Source
MyJoyOnline
#["National"#"News"#"Top Story"#"former IGP"#"Paul Tawiah Quaye"]