The Ghana Police Service has directed heightened security measures for clubs in the Ghana Premier League, ordering armed escorts for teams travelling to and from matches.

Under the new directive from the Inspector-General of Police, all regional and district commanders are to ensure that a minimum of two armed officers accompany top-flight teams within their jurisdictions. The move is aimed at improving safety on matchdays, particularly during long-distance travel.

The directive follows a fatal attack on the team bus of Berekum Chelsea on 12 April 2026, which left 20-year-old winger Dominic Frimpong dead.

According to reports, the team was returning from a league fixture against Samartex when armed men ambushed their bus along the Bibiani–Goaso road. The attackers reportedly opened fire as the driver attempted to reverse, forcing players and officials to flee into nearby bushes.

Frimpong sustained gunshot wounds during the attack and later died, becoming the only confirmed fatality in the incident.

The incident has renewed concerns about the safety of football teams travelling across the country, with similar attacks recorded in recent years.

Police officials say the enhanced security measures are intended to restore confidence in domestic football while ensuring the protection of players, technical staff and match officials.

Authorities have also confirmed the arrest of the suspected gang leader and another individual in connection with the attack, with investigations ongoing.