United States-based Archbishop Kofi Adonteng Boateng, Head Pastor of Divine Power House of Divine Word International Ministries, visited Nsawam Prison on February 14, 2025, to initiate legal processes for the release of 100 inmates.

According to him, February, being the month of love, is an opportune time to extend compassion to the incarcerated.

He believes that not all inmates are criminals or have committed crimes, but due to certain unfortunate circumstances, they find themselves behind bars.

“I came to Nsawam Prison today to release 100 prisoners from custody. Today is one of the happiest days of my life because I have never seen people in this condition so happy before,” Archbishop Adonteng-Boateng stated.

“In life, it doesn’t matter where you are; there is always hope. Not everyone in this prison is a criminal. Some are here due to poverty, while others ended up here because of anger issues. It is my prayer that they heed my words and understand that this place is not their final destination,” he added.

Archbishop Adonteng-Boateng was accompanied on his visit by a delegation from his church, the Chief of the Awutu Traditional Council, Nai Kwaku Pobee, and gospel musician Joyce Blessing.

Advising the inmates, he urged them to remain hopeful and learn from the circumstances that led to their incarceration, so they can become better individuals when reintegrated into society.

Speaking at the event, Nai Kwaku Pobee called on well-meaning Ghanaians to extend a helping hand to prisons to improve the lives of inmates.

He also urged parents to pay close attention to their children to prevent them from going astray.

The bishop has initiated the legal process and is awaiting approval to release the inmates.