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Nigerian Correctional Service rehabilitation initiatives

Overview

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS) has been implementing various initiatives focused on staff welfare and inmate rehabilitation across multiple states.

In Kogi and Ogun States, efforts have centered on financial discipline for officers and vocational training for inmates. In Ogun State, 28 inmates completed computer skills training through partnerships with NGOs and private institutes to aid reintegration. Meanwhile, in Kogi State, officials held lectures to encourage staff to adopt specific budgeting frameworks for long-term stability.

In Ondo State, the Deputy Governor visited the Olokuta Medium Security Correctional Centre to provide welfare assistance and spiritual support. He urged inmates to utilize their time in custody to acquire vocational and educational skills, emphasizing that such preparation is necessary to prevent a gap between their release and successful reintegration into society.

Entities

Prison Fellowship Nigeria · Ondo State · Olokuta Medium Security Correctional Centre · Olayide Adelami · Nigerian Correctional Service

Timeline

  1. 16 days ago

    [POLITICS] 5 sources
    Ondo Deputy Governor urges inmates to acquire vocational skills

    Ondo State Deputy Governor Olayide Adelami has advised inmates at the Olokuta Correctional Centre to pursue vocational training and spiritual growth to prepare for productive lives after release.

  2. 24 days ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Nigerian Correctional Service promotes staff welfare and inmate rehabilitation

    Nigerian Correctional Service officials are promoting financial discipline among staff in Kogi State and seeking more stakeholder support for inmate vocational training and reintegration in Ogun State.

Sources

blueprint.ng · kogireports.com · naijanews.com · punchng.com · thisdaylive.com · tribuneonlineng.com