President grants pardon to 863 prisoners in commemoration of Ghana’s 70th Independence Anniversary
President John Dramani Mahama has in accordance with Article 72 (1) of the 1992 Constitution and following consultation with the Council of State, exercised the prerogative of mercy to grant presidential pardon to 863 convicted persons. The post President grants pardon to 863 prisoners in commemoration of Ghana’s 70th Independence Anniversary appeared first on Ghana Business News .
Ghana's President John Mahama, on the occasion of the country's 70th Independence Anniversary, has exercised the constitutional right to grant pardon to 863 convicted individuals. This act of mercy, announced by Presidential Spokesman Felix Kwakye Ofosu, reflects on the nation's historical journey and demonstrates a commitment to compassion within the justice system.
The pardon encompasses a range of cases, including first-time offenders absolved outright (819), individuals over 70 years old (13), and those with death sentences commuted to life imprisonment (11). Additionally, six prisoners with serious illnesses, six with life sentences reduced to 20 years definite, two with special recommendations, and an additional three individuals benefiting from petitions and other reasons, were also granted release.
This decision, authorized under Article 72(1) of Ghana's 1992 Constitution, was communicated to state institutions to ensure its effective implementation.
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