The pastoral visit, which began at about 10:00 a.m., formed part of the Diocese’s Easter outreach programme aimed at fostering solidarity and encouraging personal transformation among inmates. The event was covered by the Justice, Development and Peace Commission (JDPC) Media Unit of the Diocese.
Speaking during the visit, Bishop Mamza urged inmates to embrace repentance, forgiveness, and self-renewal, noting that incarceration does not diminish their dignity as human beings. He reassured them of God’s abiding love and the Church’s continued support.
“You are not forgotten by the Church,” the Bishop said, encouraging inmates to view their time in custody as an opportunity for spiritual growth rather than despair.
The outreach took place at the Old Yola-Town Correctional Centre, a facility established in 1914 during Nigeria’s amalgamation era, symbolising a historic institution now benefiting from renewed faith-based intervention.
The Bishop was accompanied by the JDPC Coordinator, Rev. Fr. Maurice Kwairanga, members of the FMDM Sisters, JDPC staff, and media personnel.
As part of the visit, the Diocese donated relief materials to support the welfare of inmates, including a cow, bags of rice, cartons of detergents, disinfectants, soap, and assorted primary healthcare drugs.
Officials of the correctional centre expressed appreciation for the visit and donations, noting that such gestures help boost inmate morale and improve welfare conditions.
The Easter outreach highlights the Catholic Diocese of Yola’s continued commitment to justice, compassion, and the dignity of every human person.
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