The Ghana Police Service has issued a warning to recruitment applicants, advising them not to pay money to anyone promising to secure them a job in the force. The caution was reported by Modern Ghana on Monday, August 3, 2026.
According to Modern Ghana, the police are aware that some individuals may be soliciting payments from applicants under the guise of guaranteeing employment. The service has made it clear that such demands are fraudulent and that recruitment is conducted through official channels only.
The warning comes amid the ongoing 2025/2026 recruitment exercise, which the police have said will continue in batches until 2028, as reported by GhanaWeb. The service has also assured applicants that medically fit candidates are still under consideration, according to 3News. A final list of 2026 recruits is being prepared, CitiNewsroom.com reports.
The police have repeatedly emphasized that the recruitment process is transparent and merit-based. They have urged applicants to rely solely on official announcements and to report any individuals attempting to exploit them financially. The Ghana Business News also noted that the service has reaffirmed its commitment to considering all medically fit applicants during the current recruitment cycle.
Applicants are advised to remain vigilant and avoid falling victim to scammers. The police have not specified whether any arrests have been made in connection with the fraudulent schemes, but they have encouraged the public to come forward with information.
As the recruitment process continues in stages, prospective applicants should monitor official police communications for updates and ignore any unofficial offers that require payment.
