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No Hunger in Prisons – NCoS Debunks Starvation Claims, Assures Transparency

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April 15, 2025
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No Hunger in Prisons – NCoS Debunks Starvation Claims, Assures Transparency

In response to recent allegations suggesting widespread hunger and fatalities among inmates, the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has firmly denied the claims, assuring the public that feeding standards remain intact and strictly monitored across custodial centres nationwide.

Speaking with journalist in Abuja on Tuesday, the Service’s Public Relations Officer, Abubakar Umar, dismissed the reports as “sensational, misleading, and devoid of truth.” He emphasized that the welfare of inmates, including their nutrition, remains a top priority under the supervision of both state and federal authorities.

“Inmates are not starving. There is no evidence, either in our records or from any credible oversight body, suggesting that custodial centres are neglecting their duty to feed inmates adequately,” Umar stated.

He explained that the Federal Government allocates a dedicated budget annually for inmate feeding, which is judiciously managed under stringent guidelines. “Every inmate is entitled to three meals daily — breakfast, lunch, and dinner — as clearly provided for in our operational manual,” he said.

Umar further questioned the credibility of the reports, citing the strict access protocols in place at custodial facilities. He noted that no unauthorized interviews with inmates could have occurred, given that access requires multiple layers of clearance, and the use of recording devices is prohibited within the facilities.

 

“How does a journalist claim to have interviewed inmates in such a controlled environment without any official clearance or access?” he asked. “That alone casts doubt on the authenticity of the reports.”

 

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To reinforce its commitment to inmate welfare, Umar said the NCoS has put in place an internal monitoring system, with officers-in-charge held accountable for the utilization of resources, especially feeding provisions. He said supervisory structures exist at both the national and state levels to maintain compliance and discipline.

 

“Any officer found negligent or complicit in mismanaging resources faces disciplinary action in line with our code of conduct,” he stated.

 

While acknowledging operational challenges, Umar maintained that such issues have not translated into hunger or starvation within correctional centres. He warned that false narratives could damage the reputation of the Service and cause undue public concern.

 

“We are aware of the economic situation, but it has not compromised our duty to feed or care for those in custody,” he said. “We call on media houses to verify information through the appropriate channels before publication.”

Umar highlighted the current administration’s efforts in improving the welfare of inmates, including a significant 50 percent increase in the feeding budget approved by President Bola Tinubu’s government. He also lauded the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, for championing reforms in the correctional system.

 

“There is an ongoing review of inmate welfare and feeding programmes. Reforms are already underway and will yield even more positive changes,” he said.

 

He concluded by inviting civil society groups, media professionals, and international observers to visit correctional centres for independent assessments, stressing that transparency and accountability remain core to the NCoS’s operations.

 

“Our doors are open for oversight visits. We believe in constructive engagement that can help us do better,” Umar said. “We are not just holding inmates; we are working to rehabilitate and reintegrate them into society with dignity.”

 

The NCoS has reiterated its commitment to international standards on inmate care and has urged the public to disregard the alarming claims, which it described as fabricated and harmful to ongoing reform efforts.

 

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