The Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak has emphasised the importance of collaboration in achieving success and improving existing efforts to address changes with migration.
He said this after reaffirming the Ministry’s commitment to working closely with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) to address the complex challenges of migration.
Muntaka Mubarak made these remarks when the International Organization for Migration (IOM) led by its Country Representative, Mrs. Fatou Diallo Ndiaye, paid a courtesy call on the Minister at his office in Accra on Wednesday Mach 19.
He assured Mrs. Fatou Diallo Ndiaye of the Ministry’s continued support.
Mrs. Fatou Diallo Ndiaye also made remarks highlighted IOM’s commitment to supporting the Government in addressing migration-related challenges.
She also expressed her gratitude to the Ministry for their continued support and collaboration.
The visit was aimed at strengthening the existing partnership between the Ministry and IOM in addressing migration-related issues in Ghana.
In a separate development, Alhaji Muntaka Mubarak received a delegation of selected chiefs from the Eastern and Central Regions, led by Nana Amoah Kwadwo II, Mawurehene of Aburi Apweasin (Alhaji Mustapha), at his office on Wednesday March 19.
The visit was aimed at exploring potential partnerships in the Prisons Agriculture Project, an initiative spearheaded by the Ministry to enhance agricultural practices within the prison system.
The Minister welcomed the chiefs’ offer for collaboration with open arms and expressed my sincere appreciation for their willingness to support this innovative project.
Mr Muntaka stated that their engagement signified not only a commitment to social responsibility but also highlighted how local leaders can contribute to national initiatives.
“It is essential for such partnerships to thrive as they embody a collective effort towards addressing systemic challenges within our correctional facilities,” he said.
The Minister further observed that the enthusiasm expressed by the chiefs during our discussions resonated deeply with my vision for this project.
“They pledged their unwavering support to ensure its success, emphasizing their readiness to contribute expertise and resources that could significantly enhance its success. Such collaborative endeavours are crucial for fostering sustainable development within prisons while promoting community involvement in rehabilitation processes,” he wrote on his Facebook page after the meeting.
The Prisons Agriculture Project stands as an innovative initiative aimed at achieving food security and self-sufficiency in our correctional institutions.
“By improving living conditions for inmates and equipping them with valuable skills in agriculture, we not only facilitate better rehabilitation outcomes but also empower individuals with competencies that can aid their reintegration into society upon their release,” Mr Muntaka who is also lawmaker for Asawase said.
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