For one unforgettable day, the usually quiet walls of Osamkrom Camp Prison came alive with laughter, music, and celebration, as Citi FM and Channel One TV, through the Citi FM Foundation, brought the true spirit of Easter to inmates in a remarkable show of compassion and inclusion.
What began as a donation exercise under the stations’ flagship Easter Orphan Project quickly transformed into a vibrant celebration—one that reminded inmates they are not forgotten, but remain part of a larger community.
The foundation presented a substantial package valued at GH¢150,000, including 80 bags of rice, nine boxes of cooking oil, 10 cartons of milk, assorted food items, and farm tools such as machetes and 100 pairs of wellington boots. The tools are expected to support agricultural activities at the facility and promote long-term self-sufficiency.
But beyond the items, it was the human connection that defined the day.
Speaking ahead of the presentation, Managing Director of Citi FM and Channel One TV, Samuel Attah-Mensah said the visit was about sharing a moment of belonging.
“We all grew up in our communities experiencing Christmas and Easter; the situation is different today because of where we find ourselves. We are on the other side, but feel compelled to spend the day with you, eat with you, and celebrate Easter,” he said.
General Manager Bernard Koku Avle noted that the expansion of the Easter Orphan Project to prisons reflects a deliberate effort to reach groups often overlooked.
“This is not the first time we’ve come to a prison; we’ve been to Akuse Prison and others in the past. The idea is to reach people in society who are often forgotten, and prisons typify that,” he explained.
The donation was warmly received by Chief Superintendent Richard Baffoe-Bonnie, the facility’s second-in-command, who described the gesture as “timely, impactful, and one that will echo through eternity.”
As the formalities ended, the mood shifted—and the prison yard became a stage.
Inmates seized the moment, showcasing hidden talents with electrifying performances. Some grabbed microphones and delivered powerful rap verses, others sang and danced, while cheers and applause echoed across the compound. For hours, the barriers between visitors and inmates dissolved, replaced by shared laughter, rhythm, and raw human expression.
Staff of Citi FM and Channel One TV joined in the celebration—dancing, interacting, and sharing meals with inmates—creating an atmosphere of warmth, dignity, and genuine connection.
Away from Osamkrom, the Easter Orphan Project continued its nationwide impact. In Accra, the foundation supported the Iris Place Rehabilitation Centre with a GH¢20,000 cheque, along with rice, pillows, and assorted food items.
Mr Avle stressed that their responsibility goes beyond donations to amplifying the work of such institutions.
“Our job is not just to donate but to let the public know the serious work you are doing quietly in the communities,” he said.
He also underscored the importance of rehabilitation, noting that personal struggles are universal.
“We are all recovering from something, we are all addicted to something,” he remarked, describing the centre’s approach as “very private but effective,” while calling for greater state support and replication of such models nationwide.
The foundation also extended support to the Chosen Rehabilitation Centre with GH¢20,000 and essential supplies. Head of Events and Partnerships, Frema Adunyame, commended the centre’s dedication.
“We appreciate the work, and I am sure Ghana appreciates the work you’re doing. It’s not easy, it must be a calling,” she said.
CEO of the centre, Apostle Daniel Cobby, expressed gratitude and called for government support to help reintegrate recovered individuals into society through employment opportunities.
At the Baptist School Complex and Orphanage (BASCO) near Suhum, Citi FM and Channel One TV donated GH¢30,000 and essential supplies, including food, clothing, toiletries, and educational materials.
Head of Administration, Matthew Idun, said the organisation’s continued commitment is inspired by the visible progress of the children.
“We promised to come back because of what we see going on… we see our children growing and we have seen a lot of improvement around here,” he said.
Founder of BASCO, Reverend Victor Ofori-Amoah, expressed appreciation for the long-standing partnership, noting its transformative impact over the years.
For over two decades, the Easter Orphan Project has remained a cornerstone of Citi FM and Channel One TV’s corporate social responsibility, reaching orphanages, rehabilitation centres, and correctional facilities across Ghana.
As the initiative continues to expand, it is doing more than delivering aid—it is restoring hope, dignity, and a sense of belonging.
And at Osamkrom, long after the music faded and the visitors departed, one thing remained: the memory of a day when joy broke through the walls, and for a moment, everyone simply felt free.
