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.
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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.
Zimbabwe Inmate Recaptured After Stabbing Officer in Escape Bid
A violent inmate serving decades in prison stabbed a correctional officer, stole his uniform, and attempted to escape from Harare Magistrates Court before being recaptured. Read the full details of the dramatic incident.
Ondo Judicial Strike Cripples Courts, Governor Pardons 7
Ondo State's justice system grinds to a halt as judicial workers' indefinite strike continues. Governor Aiyedatiwa pardons seven convicts for his birthday. Read the full impact.
Aiyedatiwa pardons 7 convicts for 61st birthday
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa grants pardon to seven convicts on his 61st birthday, citing restorative justice and prison decongestion. Read the full story.
Inmate escapes Zimbabwe court in stolen officer uniform
A dramatic prison escape at Zimbabwe's Rotten Row Magistrates Court saw an inmate stab an officer, steal his uniform, and flee. Authorities have launched a manhunt. Read the full story.
Atiku Reacts to Detention of Tinubu's Critic in Keffi Prison
Atiku Abubakar demands the release of social media commentator Abubakar Salim Musa, calling his detention a sign of repression. Read details and public reactions.
Trump Rejects Sean 'Diddy' Combs' Pardon Request
US President Donald Trump says he will not grant a pardon to hip-hop star Sean 'Diddy' Combs, who is serving a four-year prison sentence. Get the full details on this high-profile rejection.
Rapper Fetty Wap Released Early from Prison
American rapper Fetty Wap is released from prison after serving over three years of a six-year sentence for drug trafficking. Read his statement and the case details.
Diddy's Employees Reportedly Not Paid During Prison Stay
Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces internal strife as employees and lawyers complain of delayed payments while he's in federal prison. His reps deny the claims. Get the full story.
Former Lagos Director Jailed for ₦48.9m Fraud
A Lagos court sentences ex-education director Olawale Feleti to 29 months for stealing ₦48.9m from Access Bank. He exploited a COVID-era system glitch. Full details on the EFCC case and court ruling.
Malami's Bail Hearing Postponed, Remand in Kuje Sustained
The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the bail application of former AGF Abubakar Malami to January 7. He remains in Kuje Prison on EFCC money laundering charges. Read the latest.
UK Manhunt: Prisoner Flees Open Jail After Visit
James Fitzpatrick, 36, fails to return to HMP Castle Huntly. Police warn public not to approach him. Last seen boarding bus to Ardrossan. Share info.
Aiyedatiwa Frees 12, Commutes Sentences for 65 Inmates
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has granted clemency to 77 convicts to mark New Year 2026. 12 inmates were freed, while 65 had their sentences reduced. Read the full details of this act of mercy.
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.
Community Service Advocated for Minor Offenders in Lagos
Lagos justice stakeholders advocate for community service over imprisonment for minor crimes to decongest prisons and promote restorative justice. Learn about the 2026 sensitisation drive.
Archbishop Martins Shares Christmas with Ikoyi Prison Inmates
Lagos Catholic Archbishop Alfred Adewale Martins celebrated Christmas at Ikoyi Correctional Centre, confirming 25 inmates and donating gifts. NACL also secured 150 pro bono releases in 2025.
Ex-Premier League footballer jailed for exam fraud
Former Stoke City and Huddersfield Town player Ramadan Sobhi sentenced to prison with hard labour for falsifying documents and exam fraud in Egypt. Read the full story.
Court Remands Ex-AGF Malami in Kuje Prison
Former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami has been remanded in Kuje prison on money laundering charges. He will remain there until his bail hearing on January 2, 2026. Read the full details of the court's decision.
8 Inmates Freed in Delta by Chief Victor Uwajeh Foundation
The Chief Victor Uwajeh Foundation has secured the release of eight inmates from Ogwashi-Uku prison in Delta State, marking a key step in its community rehabilitation and festive outreach program.
Fact Check: Hushpuppi Not Released or Deported
Viral claims that Nigerian celebrity fraudster Hushpuppi has been released from US prison and deported are false. Legit.ng's investigation confirms he remains incarcerated until 2029.
U.S. Releases Invictus Obi After $11m Fraud Sentence
Nigerian businessman Obinwanne 'Invictus' Okeke released from U.S. prison after serving 6 years for an $11 million fraud scheme. Deportation to Nigeria underway. Full story.
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.
Prison Warder Denis Omedi Scores for Uganda, Awaits Nigeria
Uganda's Denis Omedi, a part-time prison warder, scored on his AFCON debut against Tunisia. The 31-year-old now prepares to face Nigeria's Super Eagles in a crucial Group C clash. Read his incredible story.
Ex-Minister: Jollof Rice Was Originally Prepared for Prisoners
Former Information Minister Lai Mohammed stuns Nigerians by revealing the Senegalese origin of Jollof rice and its initial purpose as prison food. Read the full story and reactions.
Diddy Appeals Conviction, Seeks Release from Prison
Sean 'Diddy' Combs' lawyers argue his 4-year sentence for pr0stitution charges is too harsh. They've appealed for his immediate release, claiming the judge overstepped. Read the full details.
Epstein's Letter to Nassar Before Suicide Exposed
Newly revealed documents show Jeffrey Epstein wrote to convicted sex offender Larry Nassar before his death. Discover the shocking contents and implications.
Zimbabwe Prison Escape: Inmate Flees in Workshop Vehicle
A nationwide manhunt is underway in Zimbabwe after inmate Jeffrey Jingura escaped from Harare Central Prison using a vehicle he was repairing. Authorities urge public caution.
CBS pulls 60 Minutes report on Trump deportation prison
CBS News faces outcry after shelving a report on El Salvador's CECOT prison, used by Trump for deportations. Insiders cite political meddling by new Trump-linked owners. Read the full story.
Ngige storms APC meeting after Kuje prison release
Former Minister Chris Ngige makes a dramatic appearance at an APC caucus meeting in Abuja just hours after being granted bail from Kuje Correctional Centre on corruption charges. Details inside.
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