The Federal Government has upgraded the Medium Security Custodial Centres in Kuje and Suleja to enhance the living conditions and rehabilitation of inmates, according to the Acting Controller General of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Mr Sylvester Nwakuche, who attributed the upgrades to the renewed commitment of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, SAVANNAH NEWSNOW REPORTS.
Nwakuche states that this involves reaching out to inmates and providing them with opportunities for rehabilitation and reintegration into society, which includes upgrades such as the expansion and equipping of the clinic with modern medical equipment like an ultramodern scanner and physiotherapy equipment.
He also announced that the construction of a new command and control unit for real-time monitoring of the facility is in place.
Nwakuche said: “The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has shown great commitment to bettering the welfare of personnel of the NCoS as well as inmates.”
He also stated that the Minister’s efforts had transformed the facilities, providing inmates with a more conducive environment for rehabilitation and reformation.
“The Minister’s commitment to improving the welfare of both personnel and inmates is evident in the upgrades, which include the provision of quality medical care to inmates, addressing their health needs and promoting their overall wellbeing.
“The clinic at the Kuje facility has been expanded and equipped with modern medical equipment, including an ultramodern scanner, physiotherapy equipment, X-ray machine, and a standard medical laboratory,” he said.
He also noted that the agency had stressed its zero-tolerance policy on corruption, and that promotions would be based on merit in order to foster a culture of excellence and boost staff morale.
Nwakuche cautioned personnel that any misconduct would be addressed through disciplinary action, emphasizing the need to uphold the agency’s reputation by maintaining professionalism and integrity.
He noted that the agency is working diligently to ensure the safe and humane detention of inmates, while also providing opportunities for rehabilitation and reformation.
