Who is the current Director of Ghana Prisons Service?
Isaac Kofi Egyir
Isaac Kofi Egyir, has been sworn in and confirmed as the new Director-General of the Ghana Prisons Service at a short ceremony at the Ministry of the Interior in Accra. Mr.
Who is the Inspector General of Ghana Prisons Service?
Mr Egyir is the 26th D-G of the Ghana Prisons Service and the 19th Ghanaian to occupy the office, which had C.B Moses as the first Ghanaian to assume that role in August 1952, having succeeded the last foreigner D-G, H.G Heatley. Mr Egyir was born on August 21, 1964.
How many prisons do we have in Ghana?
47 prison establishments
There are 47 prison establishments in Ghana, including twelve major male prisons. These male prisons are located in Akuse, Kumasi, Sekondi, Tamale, Nsawam, Ho, Sunyani, Navrongo, Wa, Tarkwa, Winneba, and Cape Coast.
What is the structure of the Ghana Prisons Service?
COMMAND STRUCTURE Administratively, the Service is commanded by the Director-General who is appointed by the President of the Republic of Ghana in consultation of the service council. The Director-General is assisted by 2 deputies and 5 directors responsible for the operations and administration of the Service.
What is the motto of Ghana Prisons Service?
We love, we care, we Support
To generate funds to support inmates and their children in order to make life meaningful for them while in prison and on discharge. Our slogan is “We love, we care, we Support”. Membership comprises all female staff including female recruits and officer cadets.
Who is the first commander of Ghana Prisons Service?
GHANA PRISONS SERVICE COUNCIL
| No. | Name | Institution/Organisation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Most Rev. Peter Paul Yelezuome Angkyier | Chairperson |
| 2 | Mr. Ambrose Dery | Ministry of the Interior |
| 3 | Mr. Isaac Egyir (Director-General of Prisons) | Ghana Prisons Service |
| 4 | Dr. Frank Serebour | Ghana Medical Association |
How many prisons are in Ghana 2021?
Ghana
| Prison population total (including pre-trial detainees / remand prisoners) | 13 200 at 24.6.2021 (national prison administration) |
|---|---|
| Number of establishments / institutions | 43 (2020) |
| Official capacity of prison system | 9 945 (24.6.2021) |
| Occupancy level (based on official capacity) | 132.7% (24.6.2021) |
What are the 4 types of prisons in Ghana?
PRISON ESTABLISHMENTS
- Prisons Headquarters.
- Prison Officers’ Training School.
- Senior Correctional Centre (formerly Ghana Borstal Institute)
- 1/One Maximum Security Prison.
- 1/One Medium Security Prison.
- 7/Seven Central Prisons.
- 7/Seven Female Prisons.
- 14/Fourteen Local Prisons.
What is the motor of Ghana Prisons Service?
The Ghana Prisons Service, as an agent operating under the ambit of the Ministry of the Interior, contributes to the maintenance of public safety by ensuring the safe custody of criminals convicted by the courts to terms of imprisonment.
Who was the first commander of Ghana Prisons Service?
What is the motto for Ghana Prisons Service?