
… donates items worth GH¢ 200,000
By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Ekuasi
The September Borns Project, a group of professionals committed to community development, has undertaken major renovation work at Ekuasi Camp Prison in Sekondi.
As part of its intervention, the group refurbished the worship centre, replaced water-closets, installed showers, renovated the water-tank and repainted sections of the facility.
In addition, they donated food items, toiletries, cleaning supplies, drugs and medication, a water pump, bathroom slippers as well as musical instruments.
With support from the Rotary Club of Anaji, the total support package amounted to GH¢200,000.
Speaking at a brief ceremony, Dr. Justice Amoh – lead Coordinator of the September Borns Project – explained that the initiative was birthed years ago from a spirit of unity and shared resolve to support institutions in need.
“We believe that by extending this spirit of unity to society we can make a greater impact. Government and prison authorities are doing their part, but the demands are great. This is where the public can step in,” he said.
Dr. Amoh is also CEO-JUSTMOH Construction Limited and assured that the group’s commitment to giving back will continue annually.
“Each year, as God grants us life, we look for ways to give back. This is not the first time and it will not be the last,” he noted.
Commendation from Prison Authorities
The Regional Commander of Prisons, Deputy Director of Prisons (DDP) Abraham Allotey, praised the group for their timely support.
He linked their gesture to ongoing reforms within the Ghana Prisons Service.
While acknowledging progress, he admitted that more still needs to be done. “We are now in 2025 and though progress has been made, I must be honest; I am not fully satisfied. We should have done better than this,” he remarked.
History of Ekuasi Camp Prison
Acting Officer in Charge, Chief Superintendent of Prison (CSP) Edem Sarku highlighted the facility’s long history.
He explained that the site – once a Dutch post in the 1670s – later served as a leprosarium before being converted into a women’s remand home in 1912. In 1965, it was redesignated as a camp prison; a role it continues to play today with 107 inmates.
Ongoing Challenges
Despite its resilience, the prison faces major challenges. CSP Sarku stressed that access to water remains the most urgent.
“Our biggest need here is water. Because of our location on a hill, we do not get direct supply from Ghana Water Company. We rely on a mechanised borehole provided by a philanthropist, but frequent power surges damage the machines – leaving us in dire need,” he explained.
He further noted the need for vocational training facilities to prepare inmates for reintegration. The prison’s carpentry workshop, for example, has only two functional machines – limiting training opportunities.
CSP Sarku therefore appealed for support from individuals, corporate bodies and benevolent organisations.
“We are open to collaborations and donations that will not only improve living conditions here but also help equip inmates with skills for life after prison,” he said.
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