NCoS Commences Investigation on Alleged Criminal Activities in Ikoyi Prison

The attention of the Nigerian Correctional Service has been drawn to a report by an Investigative Journalist, Fisayo Soyombo containing allegations of drug abuse, sodomy, bribery, pimping and cash and carry operations in Ikoyi Custodial Centre, Lagos.

In view of the gravity of the allegations, the Controller General, Ja’afaru Ahmed has set up a high powered panel to immediately commence full investigations into the matter in order to establish the authenticity of the report, identify and bring the culprits to book if found guilty of the allegations.

The CG who gave the directive in his office in Abuja today stated that the Service is willing to work with the general public as well as relevant stakeholders in the justice sector to actualize the policy objectives of transforming the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) into a modern reformatory institution that operates in line with best international practices.

He noted that investigative journalists are partners, who seek the development of the nation, and called for more of such findings aimed at reforming the institution for better service delivery.

Ja’afaru stated further that the Service has no intention of arresting or harassing the journalist over his alleged findings. He therefore called for more constructive engagement with the media and the general public with a view to strengthening the implementation of the Nigerian Correctional Service Act, 2019.

Signed

Francis Enobore

Controller of Corrections

Public Relations Officer

For: Controller General of Corrections