Jailbreak: NCoS Warns Inmates Against Escape, Enforces Savings Plan

By Ismaila Jimoh

Controller-General, CG, Nigerian Correctional Service, NCoS, Sylvester Nwakuche, has warned inmates against engaging in escape attempts. 

He also announced a savings initiative tied to their participation in agricultural activities.

Nwakuche issued the warning yesterday at Dukpa Farm Centre in Gwagwalada, Abuja, during his address to inmates at the inauguration of the 2026 farming season.

AljazirahNigeria re ports that the NCoS farming programme forms part of the ongoing reforms to promote rehabilitation through skills acquisition, enhance economic empowerment of inmates and contribute to national food security.

Nwakuche said the farming programme was designed to equip inmates with practical skills that would enable them become productive members of the society after their release.

The CG disclosed that the Service is putting in place a system to ensure that inmates benefit financially from their work through compulsory savings.

“You are here to learn a skill so that when you go out, you will be productive to the society. Whatever we can do to encourage you, we will do it.

“I have discussed this with the Controller of the FCT Command and the officer-in-charge.

“Whatever you earn from the farm, a percentage will be set aside as savings so that when you leave here, you will have something to fall back on,” he said.

The CG explained that the measure was aimed at strengthening reintegration efforts by ensuring that inmates leave custody with both skills and financial support.

Nwakuche, however, warned that any involvement in escape plans would attract severe consequences, including loss of privileges and possible re-prosecution.

“Be law-abiding and cooperate with the authorities. Do not plan to escape or join others.

“If you are caught, we will remove your remission and take you back to court for further jail term. Would you like that?” he warned.

The CG reminded inmates that their selection for the farm centre was based on good conduct and trust.

“For you to have left the custodial centre to come here is because of your good behaviour. That is why you were selected. You must not abuse that privilege,” he said.

Nwakuche encouraged the inmates to remain disciplined, focused and committed to the training, assuring them of the Service’s support.

“I wish you well,” he added.