The Director-General of the Private Security Organisations of the Ghana Police Service has issued a public notice outlining approved uniforms for all private security operators across the country, warning that non-compliance will attract sanctions.

According to the notice, which cites Regulation 12 of the Police Service (Private Security Organisations) Regulations, 1992 (LI 1571), only four uniform turnouts have been officially approved for use by private security personnel nationwide.

These include a white long- or short-sleeve shirt worn with ash khaki trousers featuring white side stripes; a cream long- or short-sleeve shirt paired with brown khaki trousers with cream side stripes; a mauve long- or short-sleeve shirt worn over maroon trousers with mauve side stripes; and a yellow shirt with ash or grey reflective strips across the front and back, worn with brown khaki trousers, which is reserved exclusively for security personnel operating in mines and oil fields.

The notice stresses that any other uniform, colour combination, design, or turnout not listed—and particularly those resembling the uniforms of state security agencies—is considered unauthorised.

Private security companies and in-house security units have therefore been directed to strictly adhere to the approved specifications and to avoid the use of uniforms that could be mistaken for those of official state agencies.

The Director-General warned that offenders will be sanctioned in accordance with the law.

Members of the public have also been encouraged to familiarise themselves with the approved uniforms and report any suspected violations to the appropriate authorities.

The directive forms part of ongoing efforts to regulate the private security sector, ensure a clear distinction from state security agencies, and enhance public safety and accountability.