Parliament’s Human Rights Committee has lauded President John Dramani Mahama for granting presidential amnesty to 998 inmates across the country, describing the move as “a step in the right direction” and a strong commitment to upholding human dignity within the justice system.
In a statement signed by its Chairman, Ernest Yaw Anim, the Committee said the gesture was timely, particularly amid longstanding concerns about overcrowding and poor conditions in the country’s prisons.
“We view this development with great excitement and appreciation, and consider it a shared commitment towards the advancement of human dignity,” the statement read.
The Committee recalled its recent working visit to the Nsawam Medium Security Prison on May 19, 2025, where members assessed the welfare of inmates and called on government to improve facilities nationwide.
It noted that the presidential amnesty was a direct response to some of those concerns.
However, the Committee renewed calls for an increase in the daily feeding allocation for prisoners, which currently stands at GH¢1.80.
“We urge government to raise the allocation to at least GH¢5 to safeguard the rights of prisoners and ensure compliance with both local and international standards,” Mr. Anim stressed, adding that such a step would be vital to building a “fairer, just, and progressive society.”
Source: AdomOnline
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