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Interior Minister Presents Buses to the Ghana Prisons Service
The Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has presented three buses to the Ghana Prisons Service to improve the transportation of inmates to courts, medical facilities and rehabilitation programmes.
The buses, which include one Toyota Coaster, one Hyundai County and one Ashok Leyland, were made possible through the National Security Secretariat, which provided one bus, and Maripoma Company Limited, which contributed two.
“These buses are more than just a means of transport. They are instruments of efficiency, safety, and dignity,” he stated.
The Minister emphasised Government’s commitment to strengthening the correctional system and fostering rehabilitation across prisons and retooling of all security agencies, noting President John Dramani Mahama’s pledge of GHS 1 billion toward this agenda.
Mohammed-Mubarak also announced a significant increase in the daily feeding allocation for inmates, from GHS 1.80 to GHS 5.00. This move aims to provide more nutritious meals for over 14,000 inmates across the country.
“While I had hoped for an even greater increment, this marks a long-overdue departure from a rate that had been stagnant for far too long,” the Minister noted.
The Minister thanked the National Security Secretariat and Maripoma Company Limited for their support, and further called on companies, institutions, and individuals worldwide to support the Ghana Prisons Service, whether through equipment, training, infrastructure, or even small acts of generosity
The Director-General of the Ghana Prisons Service, Patience Baffoe-Bonnie (Esq.), expressed profound gratitude, describing the donation as an investment in human dignity, stating that it would enhance the service’s efforts to rehabilitate inmates and promote their welfare.
She thanked the Hon. Minister for dedication and unwavering support since his assumption of office.
“Muntaka has shown himself to be a true advocate and champion for the Ghana Prisons Service, giving us confidence and stability to stand on our feet,” she said.
President John Dramani Mahama has visited the Akosombo Dam to assess the impact of a fire incident at a substation operated by the Ghana Grid Company.
The fire is reported to have caused the loss of more than 1,000 megawatts from the national power grid, affecting electricity supply in parts of the country.
During the visit, he inspected ongoing restoration works and received briefings from engineers on efforts to restore power. He commended them for what he described as a swift and professional response to the situation.
According to him, the government remains committed to restoring stable electricity supply as quickly as possible.
He added that steps are also being taken to strengthen the resilience of Ghana’s energy infrastructure to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The Ghana Grid Company has not yet provided a detailed timeline for full restoration, but work is ongoing to bring affected systems back on stream.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Ghana’s Finance Minister, Cassiel Ato Forson, says he and his deputy have publicly filed their annual tax returns to demonstrate leadership and encourage compliance among citizens.
In a facebook post, he explained that the move was meant to show that public officials must lead by example when it comes to fulfilling civic duties.
“Leadership must be demonstrated, not declared,” he said.
He commended Ghanaian taxpayers for their continued contribution to national development, noting that tax compliance plays a key role in sustaining government activities.
According to him, paying taxes is both a legal and moral responsibility. He stressed that all citizens, including public officials, professionals, and businesses, are equal before the law and must meet their tax obligations.
He added that tax revenue is essential for funding key sectors such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, and security.
The minister praised the Ghana Revenue Authority for its work, especially during the ongoing Tax and Good Governance Month in April. He said the initiative helps to educate the public and promote voluntary compliance.
He urged the authority to intensify public education and continue reforms aimed at simplifying tax processes, reducing compliance costs, and improving transparency.
He further encouraged individuals and businesses that are yet to file their returns to do so promptly, adding that support systems and digital platforms are available to assist them.
He said building a strong tax culture would strengthen the country’s economy, improve accountability, and promote fairness in society.
By: Jacob Aggrey
