NCoS Denies Jailbreak Reports in Edo Prison
The Nigerian Correctional Service has officially refuted circulating reports about a jailbreak at Benin Custodial Centre, confirming all inmates are accounted for and facilities remain secure.
Category : Prison Service
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.
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.
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.
Two arrested for smuggling drugs to inmates in Kano court
Nigerian Correctional Service arrests two men for trying to smuggle Indian hemp to inmates at a Kano 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bishop Kukah meets Nnamdi Kanu in Sokoto custodial centre
Bishop Matthew Kukah visits IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu in Sokoto prison as part of his Christmas pastoral duty. Read details and public reactions here.
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.
Kuje Inmates Graduate with NOUN Degrees
Six inmates at Kuje Medium Security Custodial Centre have earned university degrees from NOUN, showcasing education's power for rehabilitation. Read their inspiring stories of hope and purpose.
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.
Peter Obi to Pay NECO Fees for 148 Anambra Inmates
Peter Obi pledges ₦4.7m for NECO fees of 148 inmates in Anambra, championing education as key to rehabilitation. Read how this intervention gives second chances.
Prison Officer Jailed for Illicit Relationship with Inmate
A prison officer, Megann Gibson, 26, is jailed for misconduct after having graphic phone s3x and sending explicit letters to inmate Ryan Horan. Read the shocking details of the corruption scandal.
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.
Interior Minister Makes Unscheduled Security Visits
Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo conducted surprise inspections of NSCDC and Federal Fire Service commands in Abuja, reaffirming Nigeria's preparedness to tackle security challenges.
FG trains NCoS spokespersons on strategic media
The Federal Government has trained Nigerian Correctional Service spokespersons to boost media engagement and public trust. The workshop aims to enhance professionalism and communication.
FG Tasks Correctional PROs on Professionalism, Public Trust
Federal Government directs NCoS PROs to enhance media relations for transparency and public confidence. CG Nwakuche emphasizes PR as cornerstone of service reforms.
NCoS FCT Refutes Claims of Neglecting Female Inmates
The Nigerian Correctional Service, FCT Command, has firmly denied allegations of neglecting female inmates' menstrual hygiene, detailing its free provision of sanitary pads and healthcare.
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