- Amnesty International Ghana seeks probe into police brutality.
- 53 protesters remanded in custody over galamsey demonstrations.
- Amnesty calls for protest law review to protect citizens' rights.
- Compensation sought for unlawfully arrested protesters.
Amnesty International Ghana demands an independent investigation into alleged police brutality during the Democracy Hub protest against galamsey. The organization fears worsening civic space restrictions before, during, and after upcoming elections.
Genevieve Partington, Country Director of Amnesty International Ghana calls for a review of protest laws to protect citizens’ rights.
Amnesty International requests a list of detained protesters and their locations to ensure access and basic human rights.
The organization also seeks compensation for unlawfully arrested protesters, as per Ghanaian law.
Democracy Hub members, including activist Felicity Nelson, remain in police custody after Circuit Court 6 adjourned their hearing.
The court postponed the session to Thursday, September 25, allowing the prosecution time to respond to bail applications.
This brings the total number of remanded protesters to 53, arrested during September 21-23 demonstrations.
Protests against galamsey led to violent confrontations between demonstrators and police at Accra’s 37 Intersection.
Amnesty International Ghana urges immediate action to prevent future injustices and ensure law and order before December’s elections.
Partington emphasized the government’s responsibility to address these concerns and safeguard citizens’ rights.
