A Nigerian man living in Ghana has sparked online discussion after praising Ghana’s prison system, following his viewing of a fashion show held at the Kumasi Central Prison.
The event, organised to give inmates a platform to showcase clothing they designed during their sentences, highlighted opportunities for personal development within the prison system. The Nigerian man observed that the footage depicted prison life in Ghana as offering greater prospects for skill acquisition and self-improvement than what many experience outside.
In a video shared on X (formerly Twitter), he noted that prisoners appeared to have access to vocational training and educational programs while incarcerated. He described the initiative as an effective approach to rehabilitation, emphasizing personal growth rather than punishment alone.
“Ghanaians, I beg, I want to be a prisoner because life in prison is better than life in the normal world,” he said. “If you are a prisoner in Ghana, you can attend a fashion show and even wear clothes you made yourself.”
He also commended President John Mahama for his vision in transforming the Ghana Prisons Service. The president has previously outlined plans to expand the Service’s role in national development, including initiatives in large-scale farming, poultry, and vegetable production as part of comprehensive prison reforms.
The Nigerian resident praised the organisers of the fashion show, noting that such programs equip inmates with practical skills and a sense of purpose, potentially reducing rates of reoffending. According to him, prisoners who gain skills and accomplishments during incarceration are less likely to return to crime after their release.
His comments have elicited mixed reactions on social media. While some users supported the focus on rehabilitation, others cautioned against idealizing prison life. Several pointed out that many participants in the fashion show were nearing the end of their sentences, and emphasized that incarceration should not be misrepresented as glamorous.
The discussion underscores ongoing public interest in Ghana’s prison reform initiatives and highlights the broader debate on how correctional systems can balance punishment with rehabilitation to promote successful reintegration into society.
Source: Yen.com.gh
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