FCT NCoS equips inmates with skills, education

The FCT Command of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has announced that it has recorded significant achievements in inmate empowerment through expanded skill acquisition and educational training programmes. The NCoS, on Sunday, said the initiatives were aimed at rehabilitation and the reduction of recidivism. The Controller of Corrections in the FCT Command, Mr. Christopher Jen, […]

The FCT Command of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has announced that it has recorded significant achievements in inmate empowerment through expanded skill acquisition and educational training programmes.

The NCoS, on Sunday, said the initiatives were aimed at rehabilitation and the reduction of recidivism.

The Controller of Corrections in the FCT Command, Mr. Christopher Jen, explained that the programmes were designed to facilitate the seamless reintegration of inmates into society by equipping them with relevant vocational skills and formal education.

In a statement released by the command’s spokesperson, Samson Duza, Mr Jen said the command prioritised inmate training since he assumed office.

He noted that strategic partnerships with various organisations and donations of training materials from Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) had significantly strengthened programmes across custodial centres in the FCT.

He said, “I am immensely proud of the transformative progress we’ve made in empowering inmates through skills acquisition and education.

“These partnerships with NGOs have not only equipped over 800 inmates with practical skills, but are paving the way for true rehabilitation and reduced recidivism.” (NAN)