GTA celebrates 21st National Chocolate Day with inmates at Navrongo Central Prison
The event, organised by the Ghana Tourism Authority on the theme “Eat Chocolate, Stay Healthy, Grow Ghana” brought together traditional authorities, security agencies, heads of departments and members of the media.
The Ghana Tourism Authority in the Upper East Region on February 14, marked the 21st National Chocolate Day with inmates at the Navrongo Central Prison yard in the Upper East Region.
The event, organised by the Ghana Tourism Authority on the theme “Eat Chocolate, Stay Healthy, Grow Ghana” brought together traditional authorities, security agencies, heads of departments and members of the media.
Deputy Upper East Regional Director of GTA, Joseph Azika, delivered a statement on behalf of the Regional Director, Joseph Apeyeje, explaining that although February 14 is globally recognised as Valentine’s Day, Ghana has officially designated the day as National Chocolate Day under the auspices of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts.
“To safeguard our socio-cultural environment and promote national development, the Ghana Tourism Authority christened the day as Chocolate Day,” he stated.
He added that the initiative aligns with government’s tourism policy direction, particularly the Black Star Experience, which seeks to showcase Ghana’s identity and heritage.
“As Ghanaians, cocoa is part of us and is globally celebrated. Since chocolate symbolizes love, affection and friendship, we are here to express our solidarity and share the cocoa love with our brothers here,” he emphasized.
The Kassena-Nankana Municipal Prisons Commander, whose remarks were delivered by the Municipal Public Relations Officer, Superintendent Alhassan Yankpani, commended the Authority for bringing the celebration into the correctional facility.
“This initiative reminds inmates that they are not forgotten and that society still believes in their reform and reintegration,” Superintendent Yankpani stated on behalf of the Regional Commander.
The Kassena-Nankana Municipal Police Commander, DSP Lawrence Adombire, also praised the initiative and encouraged inmates to use their time in custody as an opportunity for transformation.
“Our hope and prayer is that each of you will come back to society and contribute your quota to the growth of Ghana,” He said.
Chocolate and other cocoa products were distributed to inmates and invited guests as a symbol of love, solidarity and national pride.
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