Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Nigerian Correctional Services

June 4, 2026

Non-custodial sentencing, solution to prison decongestion: NCoS

The Nigerian Correctional Services says the adoption of non-custodial sentencing will aid prison decongestion.

PRISON INMATES
February 12, 2026

Trial of suspects in killing of ARISE TV journalist delayed again over lead prosecutor’s absence

The trial judge, Justice Mohammed Idris, adjourned the case after prosecution counsel, Ms Adama Musa, was absent, reportedly engaged in another criminal matter.

Somtochukwu Maduagwu
December 23, 2023

3,413 inmates on death row in custodial centres nationwide: Official

Mr Umar stated that awaiting trial persons in custody constituted 69 per cent of the total inmate population.

Hon Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo (Chairman, House Committee for Niger Delta Development Commission)