The Controller-General of Correctional Seevice Sylvester Nwakuche reaffirms the role of traditional institutions in the rehabilitation and reintegration of offenders into society.
A statement by the Public Relations Officer of the Service, Jane Osuji, indicates that Nwakuche gave the affirmation while receiving two traditional rulers on separate courtesy visits to the Service Headquarters in Abuja.
The Gomo of Kuje, Haruna Tanko Jibrin, pledges the continued support of the Kuje traditional institution and stressed the importance of cooperation between host communities and custodial facilities in promoting peace and security.
The Paramount Ruler of the Kajju Traditional Council, Luka Kogi Yabuwat, a retired correctional officer, called for greater community support for the reintegration of former inmates and warned against stigmatization and exclusion.
The Controller-General stresses that effective corrections extend beyond custodial facilities, noting that families, communities and traditional leaders have important roles to play in achieving lasting rehabilitation, reducing recidivism and building safer communities.