Saturday, June 27, 2026

Nigerian Correctional Service

June 12, 2026

Democracy Day: Gov Sani frees 97 inmates, offers grants, skills training for reintegration

The governor said the beneficiaries were selected following recommendations by the Kaduna State advisory council on the prerogative of mercy after a review of eligible cases.

Uba Sani of Kaduna State (Credit: Twitter)
May 5, 2026

Foundation plans sponsorship of WAEC, skills for inmates

The Barak and Jael Foundation has unveiled a nationwide initiative to sponsor skill-acquisition programmes.

Benjamin Kalu
April 16, 2026

Inmate escapes after prison vehicle crashes in Yobe

The road crash occurred along Potiskum-Damatu on April 13. 

Dahiru Mohammed
April 16, 2026

NCoS seeks community support for reformed ex-inmates

Mr Jen described community acceptance as critical to the success of rehabilitation efforts.

A composite of Nigerian Correctional Services(NCoS)
March 18, 2026

Police recover two stolen vehicles in Nasarawa

He urged members of the public to promptly report suspicious activities. 

Nigerian police officers used to illustrate the story
March 16, 2026

Osun: Scavenger remanded for damaging CCTV camera

The prosecutor said the defendant unlawfully entered the property and willfully damaged the CCTV camera, valued at N2 million.

March 13, 2026

NIOB, firm to train 1,000 inmates, artisans

He said the partnership represented a significant step towards strengthening technical competence.

Nigerian Institute of Building
February 13, 2026

Alleged Extortion of Inmates: Lawyer demands investigation of officers at Kuje Prison

A lawyer has asked the Nigerian Correctional Service to investigate its officers at the Kuje Correctional Centre over alleged extortion of inmates and gross misconduct.

kuje prison
January 16, 2026

Defence, interior ministers pledge stronger collaboration to fix Nigeria’s security gaps

Mr Musa assured that the Ministry of Defence would continue to support capacity-building for internal security agencies.

January 9, 2026

NCoS promotes 263 prison officers in Katsina

The controller of the Nigerian Correctional Service in Katsina has promoted 263 officers.