Ncos Decries Poor Funding In Completion Of Projects.
Nigeria Correctional Service has attributed the delay in the completion of custodial centres across the country to funding shortages and contractor behaviour.
The initiative was spearheaded by former President Muhammadu Buhari, aimed to construct 3,000-capacity ultra-modern custodial centres in each zone to tackle the issue of inmate overcrowding and improve the living conditions of those in custody.
The spokesperson for the Nigeria Correctional Service, Abubakar Umar, said, the challenges faced include financial constraints, adverse weather conditions, and challenges with contractor cooperation.
Umar also said, the NCoS intends to increase its capacity by 18,000, to reduce the overcrowding in custodial facilities.
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