The Federal Government has taken a significant step to improve healthcare in Nigerian correctional facilities by approving the recruitment of 50 doctors and 100 nurses.
This move aims to address the long-standing shortage of medical personnel in prisons across the country.
Additionally, the Ministry of Interior has secured presidential approval for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to deploy medical doctors to correctional centres as part of their service year.
This initiative ensures that inmates receive better healthcare access.
Speaking on the development, Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, emphasized the government’s commitment to revamping correctional services.
He revealed that existing medical personnel under the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) will have their retirement extended to cover short-term gaps.
Dr. Tunji-Ojo also announced the completion of the renovation of the Kuje Correctional Centre, stating that the facility has undergone a complete transformation, from upgraded cells to improved water supply and a fully equipped hospital.
Furthermore, the Minister hinted at plans to establish a paramilitary academy similar to the Nigerian Defence Academy. This institution will train officers to enhance national security efforts.
In addition, visa processing in Nigeria is set for a major overhaul, with all applications now being submitted online and processed within 48 to 72 hours.
With these initiatives, the government is working to build long-term solutions that will ensure a better, more secure correctional system in Nigeria.
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