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A delegation from the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights has commended Ghana’s prison education system, which enables inmates to pursue academic and vocational training while serving their sentences. The delegation, led by Hon. Commissioner Janet Ramatoulie Sallah-Njie, Commissioner responsible for the promotion of human rights in Ghana, and Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Women in Africa, made these remarks during a courtesy call on the Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, at his office in Accra, to discuss critical issues concerning the country’s prison system, including overcrowding, feeding challenges, and alternative sentencing measures. The delegation...

His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama has officially opened the National Cyber Security Awareness Month, emphasizing the importance of public education, collaboration and vigilance in addressing the growing threat of cybercrime. Speaking on the theme, Building a Safe, Informed and Accountable Digital Space, the President stressed that education is vital in understanding the risks of cyber threats and that his government is committed to harnessing the benefits of the digital economy while minimizing and addressing its risks. President Mahama noted that cyber issues have become increasingly sophisticated and pose significant risks to national security. “Cyber threats know no borders,...

Representing H.E. President John Dramani Mahama at the 2025 World Hausa Day celebration in Accra, the Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, emphasized the importance of unity and resilience in Ghana’s development, particularly in the Zongo and Hausa communities, highlighting their significant contributions to the country’s nation-building. Hon. Muntaka noted that Zongos have transformed from temporary caravan stops into thriving hubs of commerce, culture, and community, fostering economic vitality, preserving cultural heritage, and promoting social cohesion. The Minister also acknowledged the challenges faced by the communities, including security concerns and the rise of drug abuse among youth. He...

The Hon. Deputy Minister for the Interior, Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi, has called on West African countries to come together to tackle border security issues, stressing that border dangers are multinational and require a joint response from multiple countries. Speaking at the West Africa Border Security Week Conference and Exhibition in Accra, the Deputy Minister highlighted that border security and migration management are no longer just national security concerns but have gained prominence in global political, economic and humanitarian discourse. He noted that West Africa’s long, often porous land borders, expanding air travel networks and growing maritime traffic make it...