The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) has frowned on the scuffle that took place at the Tema port.
The altercation occurred between the Authority’s security personnel and officers from the Ghana Immigration Service on Monday, May 13.
The GPHA says it prioritises the "safety and security of all stakeholders and condemns the behaviour displayed by both parties involved."
The clash broke out when GPHA security members stationed at the Meridian Port Services (MPS) allegedly entered the GIS office at MPS intending to apprehend two officers following a disagreement during routine vessel checks on the MSC DYMPHNA at the Tema Port.
The dispute arose when GPHA security personnel insisted on searching the immigration officers after they had completed their inspection duties at the Tema Port.
However, a GIS inspector objected, asserting that while searches of their bags were permissible, body searches of the officers, especially by male security personnel, were not allowed.
This push against being searched, according to the GPHA contravenes the Standard Operating Procedures established by the International Ships and Port Facility Security (ISIPS).
In a press release, the GPHA confirmed the incident but recognised "that it could have been handled more effectively to prevent escalation."
The Authority says it has taken full responsibility for the actions of our security personnel involved adding that he has "since been reprimanded."
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