Ghanaian music executive Lawrence Nana Asiamah Hanson, better known as BullGod, has launched a bold social impact initiative designed to improve the conditions of police holding cells across the country. The project, named “Bright Walls, Better Minds,” officially entered its execution phase with the completion of the first revamp at the Adabraka Police Station in Accra, aiming to change the physical and psychological experience of detainees through art, colour and creative design.
The Bright Walls, Better Minds project represents a collaboration between Bullhaus Entertainment, the Ghana Police Service, and several private sector sponsors including Twellium Industrial Company Limited and Champion Foods who have joined forces to bring greater dignity, humanity and mental uplift to spaces that traditionally have been stark and uninspiring. The primary goal, according to organisers, is to make police holding cells more humane and mentally supportive environments through murals, vibrant colour schemes and artistic expression.
BullGod, who has publicly criticised the poor state of police cells in Ghana, says the project stems from his personal experiences with incarceration. He has spoken openly about having been detained multiple times in police cells, giving him firsthand insight into how the physical environment can affect a person’s mental wellbeing. This perspective has informed his belief that even temporary detention spaces should be conducive to mental health, rather than oppressive or dehumanising. The transformation of the first cell at Adabraka, completed on 24 December 2025, marked what organisers described as the official launch of the project’s execution phase.
In announcing the initiative on social media, BullGod highlighted the core mission of the project: to create healing, inspiring, and mentally uplifting spaces within police holding cells. He expressed gratitude to the Ghana Police Service, corporate sponsors and the creative team behind the makeover, and thanked the entire ADOPT A CELL team for their support in bringing the idea to life. The message underscored a belief that creative and colourful environments can have a profound impact on how detainees perceive their situation and cope with the stress of confinement.
The first phase at Adabraka included artistic murals and colourful interior design elements that break away from the traditionally grey and bleak aesthetic of most police cells. By incorporating vibrant visuals, the project aims to spark reflection, reduce anxiety and contribute to a more positive psychological atmosphere even for those serving short stays. The design was developed with input from local artists and creative professionals, many of whom volunteered their skills to support a cause they see as socially important.
BullGod’s involvement in police facility reforms is not new. In previous interviews and public discussions, he has discussed his vision for improving detention environments more broadly, including proposals to work with the Inspector General of Police to build modern police cells that are better suited to human needs and dignity. His advocacy highlights the often-overlooked conditions of holding cells, which until now have received limited attention compared with other areas of prison and police infrastructure.
Supporters of the Bright Walls, Better Minds initiative believe the project has the potential to spark a broader conversation about how law enforcement facilities are designed and how environments influence behaviour, mental health and respect for human rights. In many detention settings, barren walls and the absence of natural colour or art contribute to stress and anxiety among detainees. By introducing intentional aesthetics, the initiative seeks not only to improve immediate conditions but also to challenge traditional perspectives on detention space design.
Private sector participation has been central to the project’s launch. Twellium Industrial Company Limited and Champion Foods both major Ghanaian corporate entities provided financial and logistical backing, with representatives and creative contributors working closely with BullGod’s team. Their involvement reflects an emerging trend in Ghanaian corporate social responsibility, where companies increasingly invest in community wellbeing and collaborative public-sector projects.
While the first revamp has been completed, organisers say the Bright Walls, Better Minds project is intended to continue beyond Adabraka. Plans are in place to identify additional police stations across Ghana where similar transformations can take place, with a focus on locations where cell conditions are most in need of improvement. Organisers hope that the momentum from the initial success will attract further support from the public, private sector partners and creative communities.
BullGod’s initiative has generated a mix of reactions, with many praising the effort to bring dignity and positive change to neglected aspects of the criminal justice system. Others see it as a necessary step in humanising spaces that are often associated with punishment rather than respect for human dignity. Regardless of differing opinions, the conversation around the role of art, design and compassion in public institutions has been elevated prompting broader discussions on how society cares for those in vulnerable situations.
As the project moves forward, its impact on detainees, police personnel and broader communities will be watched closely, with many hoping it can serve as a model for similar initiatives both within Ghana and across the region. By integrating creativity with social advocacy, Bright Walls, Better Minds aims not just to paint walls, but to shift mindsets about how societies treat individuals in times of distress.