Interior Minister supports Prisons Service with food items

The Interior Minister has taken a significant step to support the Ghana Prisons Service by donating essential food items to enhance the welfare of inmates. During a recent visit to the Nsawam Medium Security Prison, Minister Ambrose Dery emphasized the importance of proper nutrition for prisoners, highlighting its role in rehabilitation and reintegration into society. The donation included staple food products such as rice, beans, and cooking oil, aimed at addressing the nutritional needs of inmates.

Dery noted that this initiative is part of a broader government strategy to improve conditions within correctional facilities across the country. He underscored that adequate nourishment is crucial not only for maintaining health but also for fostering a more humane environment within prisons. The minister's gesture reflects a commitment to reforming the penal system and ensuring that inmates are treated with dignity. This move has been welcomed by prison officials who believe it will significantly contribute to improving inmate welfare and supporting their rehabilitation efforts. The government’s ongoing focus on prison reform aims to create a more just and effective correctional system in Ghana.