President John Dramani Mahama will on Tuesday, 2nd September 2025, officially commission the newly constructed Damongo Camp Prison in the Savannah Region. The facility, fully funded and built by the Church of Pentecost, marks a landmark collaboration between the church and the Ghana Prisons Service in improving correctional facilities across the country.
The Damongo Camp Prison is designed to ease congestion in Ghana’s prisons, many of which have long faced criticism for overcrowding and poor conditions. Beyond accommodation, the facility will provide rehabilitation and skills training programmes aimed at preparing inmates for successful reintegration into society after their sentences.
President Mahama’s role as Special Guest of Honour underlines his administration’s commitment to reforms that uphold the dignity of inmates while ensuring security and public safety. His presence also signals government’s appreciation of the role faith-based organisations play in addressing pressing national challenges.
Other dignitaries expected at the ceremony include Hon. Mustapha Mohammed-Mubarak, Minister for the Interior, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, Chairman of the Church of Pentecost and Mrs. Patricia Dovi Sappor, Director General of Prisons. Together, they represent a united front between government, the church, and the security services in pushing for sustainable solutions.
For the Church of Pentecost, the project is part of its broader social intervention drive, which has seen investments in health, education, sanitation, and now, prison infrastructure. Apostle Nyamekye has consistently emphasised that the church’s mission goes beyond preaching, extending to meeting real human needs and transforming communities.
Officials say the Damongo Camp Prison will not only house inmates but also provide them with vocational training in areas such as carpentry, agriculture, and tailoring. This is intended to break the cycle of crime and unemployment, helping inmates return to society with dignity and purpose.
The commissioning, set for 10:00 am at Damongo Camp Prison, is expected to be a significant moment for the people of the Savannah Region. It reflects a growing belief that effective justice systems must combine accountability with compassion, giving those who falter a genuine chance to rebuild their lives.
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