Mahama Frees 998 Prisoners in Mass Amnesty
President John Dramani Mahama has granted amnesty to 998 prisoners across the country, in line with the constitutional powers vested in him under Article 72 of the 1992 Constitution.
The gesture, which comes as part of Ghana’s humanitarian and justice reforms, aims to decongest prisons and give deserving inmates a second chance at life.
According to the Ghana Prisons Service, the beneficiaries include first-time offenders, aged prisoners, those with serious health conditions, and inmates who have shown good conduct while serving their sentences.
Officials explained that the exercise was carefully carried out in consultation with the Council of State and the Prisons Service Council, ensuring that only qualified inmates were considered.
President Mahama emphasized that the amnesty was not just an act of clemency but also a call for reformation. He urged the freed prisoners to reintegrate positively into society, avoid crime, and contribute meaningfully to national development.
The Ghana Prisons Service has also called on communities to welcome the released inmates without stigma, stressing the need for support systems to help them rebuild their lives.
Source : My News Ghana
