Accra: The Ajet-Nasam family has made a significant contribution to the Krachi Prisons in the Oti Region by donating a variety of essential food items and supplies. This initiative is part of their ongoing efforts to embody the love of Christ and support the well-being of the prison inmates.
According to Ghana News Agency, the donation included 20 bags of rice, 200 pieces of toiletries, corn dough, cassava dough, liquid soap, three gallons of oil, and skin ointment creams. These items aim to improve the living conditions of the 245 inmates currently residing at the facility. Mr. John Ajet-Nasam, representing his family, emphasized their dedication to supporting the prison and creating opportunities for inmate rehabilitation and reintegration.
Mr. Ajet-Nasam highlighted previous contributions, such as donating computers and other resources for female prison inmates and providing DStv facilities to enhance their education and entertainment. He expressed the family's readiness to continue supporting the inmates by providing tools and materials necessary for skill acquisition, contingent on the availability of technical facilities.
Drawing from his judicial service experience, Mr. Ajet-Nasam stressed the importance of rehabilitation programs. He recounted encounters with former inmates who have successfully reintegrated into society by establishing businesses and others who, due to a lack of opportunities, reverted to crime. He urged other individuals, corporate entities, and faith-based organizations to join in supporting prison facilities, reflecting the Christian duty of love and compassion.
Chief Superintendent of Prisons, Emmanuel Nyatuame, expressed gratitude for the donation, acknowledging its critical role in addressing the prison's food challenges and the inadequacy of the daily feeding allowance for inmates. He highlighted the need for vocational training and logistical support to effectively reform inmates before their release.
Mr. Nyatuame emphasized the importance of skills training, noting the difficulties prisoners face in reintegrating into society without access to workshops for carpentry or tailoring. He appealed to more stakeholders to contribute to inmate reform and reintegration, stressing that these individuals will eventually return to communities, and society will bear the consequences if they lack skills or support.
This donation exemplifies community-led support for prison welfare in Ghana, merging faith with social responsibility.
