The Country Director of Amnesty International Ghana, Genevieve Partington, has called for an independent investigation into the arrests of Democracy Hub protesters following their demonstration against the illegal mining surge in Ghana.
She said even if the police claim the protesters acted unlawfully, they are still entitled to their basic human rights.
Ms Partington also emphasised the necessity of reviewing the Public Order Act of 1994 (Act 491), noting that the act has significant flaws and gives security forces, especially the police, excessive power over potential demonstrations.
Read also: Scores of people arrested as scuffle ensues between Democracy Hub protesters and police Speaking at a news conference, Ms Partington said, "Our main requests are that we would like a list of all detained protesters and where they are stationed.