The Director-General of the Ghana Prisons Service, Mrs Patience Baffoe-Bonnie (Esq.), has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening agricultural production within the Service, describing it as a pathway to effective inmate rehabilitation and reintegration.
Speaking at the 2026 Annual Agric Conference of the Ghana Prisons Service on Saturday in Accra, she emphasised the importance of agriculture as a transformative tool within the prison system, to equip inmates with practical skills that promote self-reliance after their release.
She assured commanders of her full backing, including the provision of resources and the necessary authority to meet production targets across prison farms nationwide.
“Agriculture remains central to our rehabilitation efforts. We are committed to ensuring that our officers are well-resourced to expand production while preparing inmates for meaningful reintegration into society,” she stated.
The Director-General further called for the modernisation and mechanisation of prison farms, urging officers to adopt innovative and climate-resilient farming methods to improve productivity.
She also announced plans to support the establishment of irrigation systems to facilitate all-year-round farming, a move expected to increase output and reduce reliance on seasonal rainfall.
Mrs Baffoe-Bonnie emphasised that agricultural production must be seen as a collective responsibility within the Service, rather than the sole duty of designated officers.
The Director of Prisons in charge of Agriculture, Ali Kwaku Ababio, encouraged participants to utilise the conference as a platform to exchange ideas and develop practical strategies to address existing challenges.
He stressed the need for collaboration among officers to bridge gaps and drive improvements in the sector.
Judith Twumwaa, ISD
