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K’dua Central Assemblies of God Youth Ministry donates to Akuse Prison inmates
The youth ministry of the Central Assemblies of God Church in Koforidua in the Eastern Region has donated assorted food items, second-hand clothing and other items worth GH₵8.000.00 to the inmates of Akuse Local Prison.
The items donated also included, pairs of bathroom sandals, sanitary pads, toiletries and fresh fruit juice with pastries. The rest were bags of sachet water, paste and brush, hand fun, bathing soap and morning devotional books.
Handing over the items at the forecourt of the Akuse Local Prison, the Youth President, Mr Samuel Acolatse said the gesture was part of activities to climax their annual Youth Week celebration.
Quoting the bible verse of Hebrew 13: 3, he indicated that the Youth Ministry’s decision was to fulfill scripture, which says “Remember those in prison as if you were together with them in prison yourself and those being mistreated as if you felt their pain in your own body”.
He said Christians must not see prisoners as outcasts in the society but rather show them love because God emphasised the need to always show love to one another.
Mr Acolatse noted that God in his own wisdom had diverse means of causing people to repent and that being in prison custody may be God’s own process of winning him/her into the body of Christ although not every inmate had committed a crime that warranted imprisonment.
“We the Central Assemblies of God Youth Ministry today wish we could feast and have some time to share the word of God to encourage these our brothers and sisters who are in prison custody today here in Akuse but as we are all aware, the world is not in normal times so I believe that God himself will speak to them through the devotional handbooks we have added to the items”, he said.
Receiving the items, the officer in- charge of religious affairs, Assistant Superintendent of Prisons (ASP) Rufus Eshun Mensah Jnr. commended the Central Assemblies of God Church youth for the kind gesture.
He also appealed to the pharmaceutical companies and other benevolent organisations to donate vitamin C drugs to the inmates to help boost their immune system to lower their risk of contracting COVID -19.
“What we have in stock is not enough so I am pleading with the vitamin C production companies and all individuals to donate some to us”, he said.
He indicated that the inmates were given vitamin C everyday to help boost their immune system because their daily feeding fee of GH₵ 1.80 was inadequate to serve them with nutritious food like kontomire and other fruits.
The Akuse Local Prison currently has a population of 271 inmates made up of seven females.
From: David Kodjo, Akuse.
President John Dramani Mahama has held bilateral talks with the President of South Korea, Lee Jae Myung, reaffirming the strong ties and shared values that continue to define relations between Ghana and South Korea.
During the discussions, President Mahama highlighted the historic connection between the two nations, noting their common commitment to democracy, human rights, and a shared historical experience.
He emphasised the opportunities for deeper cooperation, stating that Ghana’s rich natural and human resources, combined with Korea’s technological expertise and innovation, present a strong foundation for a mutually beneficial partnership.
The President also underscored Ghana’s strategic role within the African market through the African Continental Free Trade Area, whose secretariat is headquartered in Accra, positioning the country as a gateway for production and exports into a market of over 1.4 billion people.
President Lee Jae Myung, in his remarks, described Ghana as a country that holds a special place in the hearts of many Koreans, highlighting decades of cooperation in areas such as maritime security, trade, and agriculture.
He also reflected on the longstanding cultural and economic connection symbolised by the popular “Ghana” chocolate brand made from Ghanaian cocoa, which has been enjoyed in Korea for over five decades.
Both leaders expressed optimism about expanding people-to-people exchanges, cultural engagement, and economic collaboration, with President Lee noting that President Mahama’s visit provides a timely opportunity to deepen practical cooperation that will directly benefit the citizens of both nations.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has been informed by the relevant authorities in the United Arab Emirates that two Ghanaian nationals sustained injuries following a drone incident in the vicinity of Dubai International Airport earlier today, March 11, 2026.
Against this backdrop, the Government of Ghana has strongly condemned any act that endangers civilian lives and critical infrastructure.
In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs today, March 11, such incidents pose serious risks to public safety and underscore the importance of ensuring the protection of civilians and vital international transport hubs.
Ghana’s Ambassador in the United Arab Emirates has led a delegation of the Embassy in Abu Dhabi and Consulate in Dubai to visit the two injured Ghanaians in hospital.
Their injuries are not critical and are expected to fully recover soon.
“We therefore urge calm as we continue to extend consular assistance and collaborate closely with host authorities,” the statement added.
The Ministry has revealed that they are closely monitoring the situation and will continue to engage with the appropriate authorities as required.
The Government of Ghana expresses its concern over the incident and conveys its thoughts to the injured individuals and their families.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterates the Government of Ghana’s commitment to the protection and welfare of Ghanaian citizens wherever they may be.
The Government of Ghana is actively supporting ongoing consultations within the UN to pass a resolution seeking a cessation of hostilities.
According to the Ministry they are offering the necessary leadership and coordination with Ghana’s diplomatic Missions and will provide updates on the matter as and when the need arises.
Government has reiterated its call for Nationals in the Gulf region to always exercise heightened vigilance and comply with directives from Ghanaian Embassies and local authorities.
