Man arrested for smuggling Indian hemp to Kano court inmates
NCoS Kano arrests a 20-year-old man attempting to smuggle Indian hemp inside bread to inmates at the High Court. Suspect handed to NDLEA for prosecution.
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52 AAU Students Regain Freedom After Ekpoma Unrest
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo secures release of 52 Ambrose Alli University students detained after protests. Governor pledges to revive AAU and address N41bn salary arrears. Read the full story.
NBS: Unsentenced Inmates Rise to 53,790, Overcrowding Worsens
New NBS data reveals Nigeria's unsentenced inmates surged to 53,790 in Q2 2025, with total prison population hitting 81,710. Lagos faces critical 221% overcrowding. Read the full report.
Two arrested for smuggling drugs into Ondo prison
Ondo prison officials intercept two suspects attempting to smuggle illicit drugs concealed in fresh tomatoes. Read how vigilance prevented a security breach.
Lagos Releases 16 Inmates, Deports Two Foreign Nationals
Lagos State Chief Judge, Justice Kazeem Alogba, has freed 16 inmates and deported two Chadians in a lawful decongestion exercise. He insists the process follows strict legal guidelines, not sentiment. Read the full details.
52 Youths Remanded Over Ekpoma Protest Violence
An Edo High Court has ordered the remand of 52 youths linked to a violent protest against kidnapping in Ekpoma. The protest, led by students, turned destructive. Read the full details.
Austrian Charged Over Undeclared $800k, €651k in Lagos
The EFCC has arraigned Austrian national Kavlak Onal for allegedly failing to declare over $800k and €651k at MMIA. He pleaded not guilty. Read the full details of the court proceedings.
Drug Smugglers Arrested at Kano Court
Kano Correctional Service arrests two for attempting to smuggle Indian hemp to inmates at Nomansland Court. Suspects handed to NDLEA. Read the full story.
NCoS Debunks TB 'Hotbeds' Report in Custodial Centres
The Nigerian Correctional Service has strongly refuted a report claiming prisons are TB hotbeds. PRO Jane Osuji labels the publication as irresponsible. Read the full statement.
NCoS Debunks Tuberculosis Outbreak Report in Prisons
The Nigerian Correctional Service refutes a media report claiming prisons are TB 'hotbeds,' citing robust health measures and collaboration with NTBLCP. Read the full statement.
Joshua's Driver Not Reckless, Son Defends Dad
Ifeoluwa Adeniyi defends his father, driver in Anthony Joshua's crash, citing brake failure. The driver faces manslaughter charges after two friends died. Full story here.
EFCC, Prison Guards Clash in Court Over Ex-Minister Malami
Tension erupted at the Federal High Court Abuja as EFCC and Correctional Service officers nearly exchanged gunfire over custody of former AGF Abubakar Malami. Details of the clash and the N212.8bn properties probe inside.
Burna Boy, VDM Visit Kirikiri Prison to Pay Inmates' Fines
Music star Burna Boy and commentator VeryDarkMan visited Kirikiri Maximum Security Custodial Centre to understand procedures for paying fines to secure inmate releases. Read the full report.
Court Orders Remand of Ex-AGF Malami in Kuje Prison
A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered former AGF Abubakar Malami, his son, and a wife to be held in Kuje prison pending their bail hearing. Get the full details on this major legal development.
NSITF Bags Four SERVICOM Awards, Visits Kuje Prison
NSITF MD Oluwaseun Faleye wins top SERVICOM award as agency shines at annual ceremony. Staff Fellowship also visits Kuje Correctional Centre, paying WAEC fees for 20 inmates. Read more.
NCoS Chief Warns Promoted Officers on Contraband
Nigerian Correctional Service CG Sylvester Nwakuche warns newly promoted officers against contraband trafficking and compromise. Read the full story on the landmark promotions and zero-tolerance policy.
Reform360 Offers Lifeline to Women in Kirikiri Custodial Facility
VCDF's Reform360 programme, backed by SEEPCO, provides mental health, vocational & entrepreneurship training to 200 incarcerated women in Lagos, fostering hope and reintegration.
Sexual Abuse Syndicate Uncovered at Potiskum Prison
Yobe State authorities confirm a sexual exploitation network at Potiskum Correctional Centre. Investigations ongoing, with officers suspended. Read the full report.
NCoS, NHIA to Integrate Inmates into Health Insurance
Nigerian Correctional Service and NHIA collaborate to provide health insurance coverage for inmates, aiming to improve rehabilitation and reduce recidivism. Learn more about this landmark initiative.
NICOWA Calls for Stronger Families to Support Correctional Officers
NICOWA advocates for robust family support systems to enhance the morale of Nigeria's correctional officers, frontline actors in national security. Read the full story.
Activist Seeks Justice for Volunteer Killed by Prison Escapee
Activist Harrison Gwamnishu calls for swift prosecution of prison escapee Michael Ezenwai, who murdered human rights volunteer Christabel Aminu Egedefe in Agbor. Delta Police confirm arrest.
24,202 Senior Paramilitary Officers Get Promotion
The Interior Ministry has approved the promotion of 24,202 senior officers across four paramilitary agencies to boost morale and service delivery. Read more on this significant development.
NCoS Appoints First Female Spokesperson, Jane Osuji
CSC Jane Osuji makes history as the first female Public Relations Officer for the Nigerian Correctional Service. Read about her career and a new rehabilitation initiative for ex-offenders.
Advocates Push Humane Prison Reforms in Nigeria
Nigerian stakeholders demand correctional reforms focusing on mental health, education, and rehabilitation to restore inmate dignity and reduce reoffending rates nationwide.
NCoS Gives 24 Ex-Offenders Life Skills Starter Packs
Nigerian Correctional Service empowers 24 ex-offenders with vocational starter packs to ease reintegration. Initiative supports gender equality during 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence.
Lagos, EU urge restorative justice to decongest prisons
Lagos State Ministry of Justice partners with EU RoLAC to promote restorative justice, aiming to decongest correctional centres and reduce court burdens. Over 80% of 360 referrals successfully resolved.
Man remanded for alleged sexual assault on 3-year-old
Joseph Olasope remanded in Kirikiri prison for allegedly assaulting a 3-year-old pupil in Lagos school. Case adjourned until December 10 for DPP's advice. Share to raise awareness.
FG, CSOs Launch Mental Health Reform in Prisons
Federal Government partners with civil society on a new mental health initiative in Nigerian prisons. Over 100 inmates and officers trained. A step towards rehabilitation and reintegration.
Nnamdi Kanu Gets Life Sentence, Special Detention Order
Federal High Court sentences IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu to life imprisonment. Justice Omotosho orders special protective custody away from Kuje prison. Full details of the landmark judgment.
Ogun Judiciary Decongests Sagamu Correctional Centre
Ogun State Judiciary announces special intervention from Nov 24-Dec 5, 2025 to decongest Sagamu Correctional Centre through accelerated hearings and case reviews. Learn how this initiative enhances justice delivery.
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