Hon. Muntaka Mubarak, the Minister for the Interior, has praised Isaac Kofi Egyir, the outgoing Director-General of the Ghana Prisons Service, for his transformative leadership.
During a pull-out ceremony at the Prisons Officers Training School in Accra, Minister Mubarak commended Egyir’s dedication to prison reform and his contributions to Ghana’s security and justice system .
Key Achievements Under Egyir’s Leadership
– Infrastructure Development: Upgrades to prison facilities, improving living conditions for inmates.
– Training and Capacity Building: Enhanced training programs for prison officers, focusing on rehabilitation and human rights.
– Inmate Rehabilitation: Implementation of programs aimed at reintegrating offenders into society.
Minister Mubarak’s Vision for the Interior Ministry.
As Interior Minister, Hon. Muntaka Mubarak has emphasized the importance of non-custodial sentences to decongest the country’s prisons. His vision includes :
– Collaboration and Teamwork: Working closely with stakeholders to maintain peace and security.
– Reform and Development: Implementing reforms to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Ministry.
Hon. Mubarak Montana is a seasoned politician and development planner.
He has held various roles, including Minister for Youth and Sports, and has been a Member of Parliament for the Asawase constituency since 2005. He is known for his commitment to public service and has been a key figure in Ghana’s National Democratic Congress .
Source:Ayisah Foster||The punch newspaper
