Ato Forson announces GH¢2.26bn allocation to justice sector, NIA and Nsawam Prison
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has announced a combined allocation of approximately GH¢2.26 billion to key institutions responsible for the administration of justice, legal assistance, custodial infrastructure and national identification in the 2027 Budget.
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson disclosed a total of approximately GH¢2.26 billion in budget allocations to various justice sector institutions in the 2027 Budget. The Judicial Service received the largest share at GH¢1.43 billion, aiming to enhance the administration of justice. The Office of the Attorney-General and Ministry of Justice would receive GH¢500 million for their operations.
The Legal Aid Commission, which supports legal assistance, was allocated GH¢60.3 million. Moreover, GH¢100 million has been designated for the completion of the Nsawam Remand Prison, an initiative to improve custodial infrastructure and address the accommodation needs of remand prisoners. The National Identification Authority (NIA) was granted GH¢171 million to bolster its operations and identity management responsibilities.
These allocations underscore the government's commitment to reinforcing key sectors that underpin the justice system, legal representation, prison management, and national identification in Ghana.
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