My government will improve prison infrastructure and welfare of prisoners – Bawumia
The Flagbearer of the NPP, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has expressed a strong commitment to improve prison infrastructure and welfare of prisoners as President.
Speaking during his campaign tour of Akim Oda, in the Eastern Region, following the launch of the 2024 NPP Manifesto, Dr. Bawumia, who is noted for his benevolence to the prisons service, said his government will prioritise the expansion of prison facilities to make it a true rehabilitation center.
“My government will improve prison infrastructure to enhance rehabilitation of prisoners,” Dr. Bawumia said.
On welfare of prisoners, Dr. Bawumia also announced that his government will significantly increase the allowance that is paid to prisoners, which is currently pegged at GHC1.80 per day, which he views as inadequate.
Dr. Bawumia personally undertook the rewiring of the Ashanti Regional Central Prisons a few years ago, after the Prison Service made a direct appeal to him.
He also supported the Prisons Service through the construction of portable water system in many prison facilities, to serve both inmates and officers.
Following his personal interventions, the Prisons Service, through its Ashanti Regional Directorate presented a plaque to Dr, Bawumia, in appreciation of his support.
