FG Reports 88% Drop in Recidivism as Prison Reforms Take Hold

The Federal Government says repeat offenders in the Nigerian Correctional Service fell from 11,616 in 2023 to 1,382 in 2025 thanks to ongoing rehabilitation and reformation programmes. Interior Minister Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo presented these figures while unveiling an investigative report on correctional centres. He called the drop a sign of progress but stressed that success will only come when recidivism reaches zero. In May 2026 alone, 15,632 inmates were admitted into custody while 14,190 were released under various legal terms. Authorities say this balance reflects a more dynamic system. The government plans to act on the report’s recommendations, set up a monitoring and evaluation committee, and work with state governments to relocate outdated facilities that no longer meet urban needs.

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