Ghanaians React As Afenyo-Markin Sends A Message To President Mahama Concerning Camilla Alhassan

According to a report by TV3 Ghana today beibg Sunday, November 8, 2026, Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has appealed to President John Dramani Mahama to consider granting a presidential pardon to Camilla Alhassan, urging the President to exercise his constitutional powers to show compassion in the matter.

Afenyo-Markin’s appeal has brought renewed attention to the issue, with the Minority Leader calling on the President to carefully consider the circumstances surrounding Alhassan’s situation and explore the possibility of granting her clemency.

The appeal highlights the importance of presidential pardons as part of the country’s justice system. Under Ghana’s constitutional framework, the President has the authority to grant pardons, reprieves, respites or substitutions of punishment to individuals who have been convicted of offences.

Afenyo-Markin believes that the President could use this constitutional responsibility to reconsider Alhassan’s case and offer her an opportunity for a fresh start. His request also draws attention to the role of compassion and fairness in the administration of justice.

Presidential pardons are generally considered exceptional measures that allow the Head of State to demonstrate mercy after taking relevant circumstances into account. Although such decisions are made at the discretion of the President, they often attract public attention because of their implications for justice, accountability and human rights.

The Minority Leader’s appeal places the matter before President Mahama, whose decision could determine whether the request receives favourable consideration.

The development is expected to generate further public discussion about the circumstances surrounding Camilla Alhassan’s case and the possibility of presidential intervention.

While Afenyo-Markin has made his position clear, attention will now be on the Presidency to determine whether Mahama will consider the appeal and exercise his constitutional powers in Alhassan’s favour.

See some of the reactions from Ghanaians below.

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