A statement issued by the Presidency said the Ministry presented, among other items, 250 bags of rice, 50 bags of maize, 50 bags of gari, 50 bags of sugar, 30 gallons of cooking oil, 50 cartons of tomato paste, 50 cartons of spaghetti, and 50 boxes of sardines, to support the welfare of inmates. 

It said the programme involved praise, worship, and ministration led by the Men’s Ministry.  

Reverend Benjamin Tettey, the Head Pastor of Ringway Gospel Centre Assemblies of God Church, in a sermon, encouraged the inmates not to lose hope despite their circumstances.  

He urged them to embrace repentance, reform, and faith in Jesus Christ for strength and renewal. 

President Mahama spoke about the importance of compassion and care for prisoners.  

He also pledged to improve the sporting facilities in the prisons and assured them that the Lordina Foundation would support the prisoners’ health needs.  

The delegation visited ongoing projects at the Nsawam prison, including a 5,000-layer poultry facility and an 800-capacity remand prison; both aimed at reducing congestion.