Ghanaians Delight as Nine Inmates from Manhyia Local Prison Get Scholarships to Study
- Ghanaians have expressed their views after the Jackson University College granted full scholarships to nine inmates at Manhyia Local Prison to pursue a University degree
- The initiative, a collaboration with the Ghana Prisons Service, aims to support the rehabilitation and reintegration of inmates by equipping them with teaching skills for future employment
- Deputy Director of Prisons, Hannah Hilda Ewoame, highlighted the importance of utilising prison time productively, stressing that education plays a vital role in the reformation process
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Nine inmates from the Manhyia Local Prison have been awarded full scholarships to study at Jackson University College in Kumasi.
This partnership marks a significant step toward the rehabilitation and reintegration of incarcerated individuals into society.
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The scholarship awards, announced at a special ceremony held at the prison facility, are the result of a collaboration between the Ghana Prisons Service and Jackson University College.
The initiative seeks to empower inmates through higher education, offering them a second chance at life by equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed for gainful employment and responsible citizenship after serving their sentence.
According to prison officials, the nine selected inmates, awarded the scholarships by Jackson University College, are pursuing a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) programme. They will study through virtual learning.
Source: UGC
The beneficiaries, aged between 26 and 39, are currently in their second year of study and are majoring in Basic Education for the Upper Primary level.
Speaking on the importance of rehabilitation, the Deputy Director of Prisons and Officer-In-Charge of the Manhyia Prisons, Hannah Hilda Ewoame, told the press during a visit that inmates needed to engage in activities that would benefit them after their release.
She emphasised that time was an essential commodity in prison. She explained that the prison was not merely a place for holding criminals, but a centre for reformation and rehabilitation, adding that formal education was one of the key processes inmates were encouraged to pursue as part of their transformation.
See the post announcing the award of the scholarships to the prisoners below:
Nine inmates' scholarship award triggers reactions
The award of the scholarship to the nine inmates has triggered reactions on social media. Many netizens were impressed with the offer; however, others appealed for them to be allowed to experience the University atmosphere.
@Obiri Yeboah Bustos Prince wrote:
"Congratulations."
@Junior Anthony Sullayman Kargbo wrote:
"Good to them, but why virtual format? Please let them feel the ecosystem in the university; they are not inmates in the University. Virtual format is not enough for them."
@Perry Kofi Nti wrote:
"How... woooow it's good to continue education while in prison.. miracle is only in Kumasi."
@Igp Prince VC wrote"
"Congratulations to them. Jackson University is the best place to learn.... But hmmmm online. I wish them all the best. Starting from level 100 or."
Brilliant man seeks scholarship to study abroad
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that a brilliant young Ghanaian man has bagged a first-class degree at the end of his academic journey.
Joshua Niiquaye Abbosey, in an exclusive interview with YEN.com.gh, opened up about the good, bad and bitter sides of his academic journey.
Joshua wants to further his education and seeks a scholarship to study abroad.
Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
