The Chief Judge of Kano State, Justice Dije Abdu-Aboki, issued an order on Monday to release 37 inmates from the Goron Dutse Medium Security Custodial Centre. This decision is part of ongoing efforts to alleviate overcrowding in the state’s correctional facilities. The Chief Judge’s directive was primarily influenced by two key factors: the deteriorating health … Read more
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara supports President Tinubu’s government, calls for fair investigations to reduce prison overcrowding, and emphasizes the importance of integrating ex-convicts into society. Eko Hot Blog reports that Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has declared his support for President Bola Tinubu’s government, urging stakeholders to do the same for the country’s success. … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government on Wednesday, announced the commencement of vocational training programs for inmates across 241 correctional facilities. Upon completion of the skills acquisition program, beneficiaries will receive a grant of N500,000. The vocational skills being offered include fashion design, computer training, hairdressing, fish farming, soap making, poultry business, and others. … Read more