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FG Releases 4,082 Prisoner to Ease Prison Overcrowding, Saves N1 Billion Annually

Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
By Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
Published: March 21, 2025
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Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo
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The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has disclosed the release of 4,082 minor offenders from correctional facilities across Nigeria as part of efforts to address prison overcrowding. The initiative, he revealed, has also enabled the government to save N1 billion annually.

Speaking at a ministerial press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, Tunji-Ojo emphasized the government’s commitment to reforming the justice system and providing minor offenders with a fair chance at rehabilitation. He explained that many of the released individuals had committed petty crimes and will now have the opportunity to reintegrate into society and contribute positively.

In addition to the releases, the minister announced that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved an increase in feeding allowances for inmates, underscoring the government’s efforts to improve conditions within correctional facilities.

Tunji-Ojo also highlighted plans to relocate 29 correctional centers currently situated too close to residential areas. The move aligns with a policy mandating that such facilities be positioned at least 100 meters away from homes.

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Furthermore, the minister revealed ongoing renovations aimed at upgrading over 3,000 buildings across more than 240 correctional facilities. Many of these structures are decades old, with some dating back to 1914. “If we know where we were, we will appreciate where we are,” Tunji-Ojo remarked, stressing the importance of recognizing the progress made in the correctional system.

The minister also noted significant improvements in passport issuance, border security, and conditions of service, reflecting the government’s broader commitment to enhancing the nation’s interior affairs.

This comprehensive approach to prison reform and justice system overhaul aims to create a more humane and efficient correctional system while addressing long-standing challenges such as overcrowding and outdated infrastructure.

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