Nollywood actress Angela Okorie has shared her life-changing experience at the Suleja Correctional Centre.
Newsunplug reported on Wednesday, January 28th that Okorie was arrested by the Nigeria Police Force Cybercrime Centre in Abuja at her residence in Lagos for cybercrime involving her colleague, Mercy Johnson. She was later released from Suleja Correctional Centre in Niger State.
Taking to her Instagram page, she shared photos and clips of her visits to the centre bearing medical and welfare items for the children born in the prison.
According to Angela, she discovered that such places aren’t always as harsh and unforgiving as many imagine. She said her fine taught her invaluable lessons about strength, resilience, hope, and humanity.
She said she was touched by the children born inside the prison, as they were in short supply of medications and proper welfare. Angela added that she knew she had to do something.
“I want to share a deeply personal experience that has profoundly changed my perspective on life.
During my recent brief stay at Suleja Correctional Centre, I discovered that such places are not always as harsh and unforgiving as many imagine. My time there taught me invaluable lessons about strength, resilience, hope, and humanity.
One thing that really touched me was the children born inside the prison. Some mothers were pregnant when they came in, and these little ones deserved care and love just like any child. Before I left, I learned about a pressing need for medications and proper welfare for children born inside the prison. I knew I had to do something for them and to help. For me, giving is not merely an act; it is a way of life. Wherever I go, I strive to leave a positive mark; a footprint of love and kindness.
This giving does not come from anywhere but from my own resources and foundation, driven by genuine compassion. Every soul I have touched has been blessed in some way. Giving has shielded me from many troubles and challenges; it has been my light in dark times.
Perhaps my time at Suleja was meant for this: to understand, empathise, and serve. I am grateful that my purpose there has been fulfilled. I give thanks to God for guiding me and for the opportunity to make a difference, however small it may seem.
To everyone reading this, I encourage you to embrace giving as a lifestyle. It changes lives, both those who receive and those who give. From my heart to yours, thank you for your support and love.
Happy Sunday and a blessed New Month to all”.
