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WAITING FOR THE GALLOW: 3,590 Nigerians on Death Row

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Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 06:36 PM

Written by Brenda Izu

WAITING FOR THE GALLOW: 3,590 Nigerians on Death Row

Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) spokesperson Abubakar Umar revealed on Wednesday in Abuja that approximately 3,590 inmates are currently on death row across various correctional facilities in Nigeria.

According to the NCoS spokesman, the total number of inmates in centres across the country is 84,741, comprising 82,821 males and 1,920 females as of September 3, 2024.Umar estimated the total number of awaiting trial inmates at 57,750, including 56,303 males and 1,447 females.

''The convicted inmates are 21,900, comprising 21,519 males and 381 females, while lifers are 1,501 and 1,478 males and 23 females. The total number of inmates on death row was made up of 3,517 males and 73 females, making a total of 3,590, he said.

He added that the majority of inmates in custody were awaiting trial persons, which is seen as a significant challenge for the NCoS due to their high numbers.He, however, assured that the NCoS was taking steps to address the issue and ensuring timely judicial processing for the awaiting trial persons.

“Thanks to the initiative and backing of the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, we successfully reduced the inmate population by releasing 4,063 individuals who were given the option to pay fines and/or compensation.

“The service is also tackling custodial congestion through the construction of new facilities, expansion of community sentencing, improvement of court logistics, and implementation of various decongestion measures, in addition to the release of inmates,” he said.

Mr Umar further revealed that the Service’s efforts to build partnerships with other agencies have paid off, leading to enhanced security and positive results in and around custodial facilities.

While noting that the NCoS had taken steps to reinforce the security of custodial facilities against external threats, he added that the correctional body has maintained a stable and secure environment within their facilities, with no incidents of internal insurrection.

He expressed delight that the partnership between the NCoS and NOUN yielded practical results, with a significant number of inmates enrolled in various academic programs, including advanced degrees while serving their sentences. Umar revealed that 1,282 inmates were enrolled in the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) special study centre as of August 31, 2024.

According to their various programmes, a breakdown includes the total number of NOUN inmates studying for Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) and master’s as of August 31 is 62. Also, the total number of NOUN inmates studying for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is five and three are currently writing their thesis. 1,215 students are pursuing Bachelor of Science degrees,

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WAITING FOR THE GALLOW: 3,590 Nigerians on Death Row

Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) spokesperson Abubakar Umar revealed on Wednesday in Abuja that approximately 3,590 inmates are currently on death row across various correctional facilities in Nigeria.

According to the NCoS spokesman, the total number of inmates in centres across the country is 84,741, comprising 82,821 males and 1,920 females as of September 3, 2024.Umar estimated the total number of awaiting trial inmates at 57,750, including 56,303 males and 1,447 females.

''The convicted inmates are 21,900, comprising 21,519 males and 381 females, while lifers are 1,501 and 1,478 males and 23 females. The total number of inmates on death row was made up of 3,517 males and 73 females, making a total of 3,590, he said.

“Thanks to the initiative and backing of the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, we successfully reduced the inmate population by releasing 4,063 individuals who were given the option to pay fines and/or compensation.

“The service is also tackling custodial congestion through the construction of new facilities, expansion of community sentencing, improvement of court logistics, and implementation of various decongestion measures, in addition to the release of inmates,” he said.

Mr Umar further revealed that the Service’s efforts to build partnerships with other agencies have paid off, leading to enhanced security and positive results in and around custodial facilities.

While noting that the NCoS had taken steps to reinforce the security of custodial facilities against external threats, he added that the correctional body has maintained a stable and secure environment within their facilities, with no incidents of internal insurrection.

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