Archbishop Celebrates Easter With Onitsha Prison Inmates, Preaches Faith

The atmosphere at the Onitsha Correctional Centre in Anambra State was transformed on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, as the Archbishop led a special Easter service for the inmates. Eschewing the traditional cathedral celebrations for the confines of the prison walls, the cleric emphasized that the essence of the season is found in the themes of resurrection and second chances.

During the visit, the Archbishop shared a meal with the inmates and distributed essential welfare items, including toiletries and food supplies. In his homily, he urged those in custody not to view their current situation as the end of their journey, but rather as a period of reflection and spiritual renewal. 

"Easter is the ultimate story of hope rising from despair," the Archbishop told the gathered inmates. "Your presence here today does not mean God has forgotten you. Faith is about believing in a future that is better than your past, and we are here to remind you that society still cares about your reformation."

The leadership of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) in Onitsha expressed deep gratitude for the visit, noting that such gestures significantly boost the morale of the inmates and support the facility's rehabilitation goals. Following the service, the Archbishop also held a brief private session with prison officials to discuss the challenges facing the correctional system and the importance of restorative justice. The event concluded with songs of praise led by the prison choir, leaving a lasting impact on both the staff and the incarcerated population.