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Interior Minister Presents Buses to the Ghana Prisons Service
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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 today cut the sod for the construction of a 24-Hour Economy Model Market in Juapong, North Tongu District, marking the commencement of a transformative project aimed at boosting local commerce, creating sustainable jobs, and driving economic growth in the Volta Region.
The sod-cutting ceremony formed part of the President’s two-day ‘Resetting Ghana Tour’ of the Volta Region.
Addressing residents and stakeholders, President Mahama described the proposed facility as a modern economic centre designed to empower farmers, traders, entrepreneurs, and small businesses.
He noted that beyond serving as a marketplace, the project will provide critical infrastructure for storage, processing, packaging, distribution, digital commerce, and access to financial services.
The President reaffirmed Government’s commitment to accelerating development across the Volta Region through strategic investments in roads, healthcare, education, agriculture, transport, markets, and agro-industrial initiatives.
He highlighted Juapong’s strategic location and economic potential, indicating that the town is well-positioned to emerge as a key commercial and industrial destination within the region.
As part of the flagship 24-Hour Economy programme, the Juapong Model Market will be among the largest facilities under the initiative.
The project has been designated as a Category Four Market, the highest classification within the programme, reflecting its significance to the region’s economic transformation.
Broadcast journalist and aspiring National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Gomoa West, Blessed Godsbrain Smart, popularly known as Captain Smart, has pledged to embark on major infrastructure development if elected to represent the constituency in Parliament.
Speaking on Onua TV platform, Captain Smart said his priority would be to transform Gomoa West through extensive development projects.
“I will turn the constituency into a construction site,” he declared, stressing his commitment to improving infrastructure across the area.
Although much of his remarks focused on rallying supporters in local languages, he repeatedly assured residents that they would witness significant development under his leadership.
Captain Smart also urged party supporters to remain united and actively participate in the party’s internal activities ahead of the parliamentary primaries.
He expressed confidence in his bid and promised to work hard to improve the lives of people in Gomoa West if given the opportunity to serve as their parliamentary candidate.
By: Jacob Aggrey
