FG heightens security around Abuja prisons as nation celebrates Xmas
The controller of the Nigeria Correctional Service in Abuja, Olatubosun Ajibogun, says NCoS operatives have been deployed to various custodial centres in the command to ensure maximum security.
Speaking during his visit to Medium Security Custodial Centre Kuje, Mr Ajibogun said the essence of the visit was to ensure that all custodial centres were secured.
Mr Ajibogun said this in a statement on Tuesday.
The controller said that there was a need for inmates also to be given proper treatment in line with global best practices.
He emphasised that the deployment was to secure the facilities during the yuletide season to ensure water-tight security in the centre.
Mr Ajibogun called on officers to shun all acts inimical to the extant rules guiding correctional practices.
He cautioned officers against trafficking, incitement, laxity, and unprofessional conduct during and after the Christmas celebration.
Mr Ajibogun also urged staff and inmates to ensure strict compliance with rules and give maximum support and cooperation to their officer in charge to maintain peace in the custodial centres.
(NAN)
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