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Re: Request For List Of Prisoners/Inmates Eligible For Presidential Pardon/Clemency Nation-Wide

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'Re: Request For List Of Prisoners/Inmates Eligible For Presidential Pardon/Clemency Nation-Wide,’ old age, ill health and length of stay in prison are some of the factors that will determine eligibility for the clemency. I am directed to write and request you to as a matter of urgency, furnish the office the Controller-General of Corrections with list of ALL qualified prisoners/Inmates in your Command for Presidential Pardon/Clemency. For avoidance of doubt, Inmates other than Nigerian Prisoner-citizens deported to the Country, must have been convicted or awaiting trial for Federal offences only. Note that in determining eligibility, regard shall be had to the following criteria: Old age – (60 years and above); ill-health, likely to terminate in death; young persons, 16 years and below; long term convicts who have served 10 years and above with good record; long awaiting trial persons in custody for 10 years and above; convicts serving 3 years and above and have less than 6 months...

RE: Nigerians in Diaspora petition Interior minister over printer crisis

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The Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has acknowledged the receipt of a petition bothering on appeal for passport printers in Atlanta and New York Consulates in the United States of America.  To address this issue, the Minister has since approved and directed the Nigeria Immigration Service to immediately deploy new printers to the passport offices in both cities. These printers are ready for installation. This short-term solution aims to resolve the current challenge promptly. The Minister hinted that there is a new solution being implemented as a long-term plan that will usher in a streamlined passport regime, enabling Nigerians to apply for their passports with more ease. Part of this plan includes the activation of the Passport Personalisation Centre in Abuja, which is scheduled to start in the next few weeks while also opening up more countries for the already-deployed contactless solution. The Ministry of Interior under the Minister is working round the clock, an...

₦1.94 Trillion Worth of Property Saved in 2024, Says CG of FFS, Engr. Jaji O. Abdulganiyu

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Enjoined Nigerians to adhere to fire safety protocols and precautions The CG commiserated with the victims of Fire Outbreaks throughout the nation._ He urged the National Assembly to Repeal the Current Fire Service Act of 1963 which has become outdated while stating that President Tinubu remains committed to safeguarding the lives and properties of the people as aligned with his renewed hope agenda. In 2024, the Federal Fire Service effectively saved property worth 1.94 trillion naira while fewer lives were lost when compared to the preceding year, 2023. The Controller General of the Federal Fire Service (FFS), Engr. Abdulganiyu O. Jaji, has announced that in 2024, the Federal Fire Service successfully saved property valued at ₦1.94 trillion, while an estimated ₦67.1 billion worth of property was lost. The DG made this known during the first media briefing of 2025, "In 2024, the Federal Fire Service effectively saved property worth 1.94 trillion naira while fewer lives were lost w...

New Dawn in Nigeria Correctional Service as Acting CG Sylvester Charges Officers

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•Feeding for inmates increases by over 40%. •Inmates' biometric is a must. •Officers found wanting, will be dealt with decisively. It's a new dawn at the Nigeria Correctional Service as the acting CG, Mr. Sylvester Nwakuche held a rare interactive session with officers, where marching orders, warnings, etc were given to the officers.  The Ag. CG stated that officers need to give morning and evening briefs of happenings in the custodial centres, "You are to ensure that daily morning and evening briefs of important happenings in the custodial centres and commands reach the office of the DCG Operations between the hours of 7.00 to 9.00am and 3.00-5.00pm. I won't fail to wield the big stick on anyone that contravenes, this administration will maintain zero tolerance for all alleged wrongdoings. Any officers found wanting will face the full wrath of the law, no matter whose ox is gored and let me state this clearly, capturing inmates' Biometric is a MUST." He concl...

President Tinubu, Tunji-Ojo committed to the welfare of inmates –Ag.CG NCOs

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The Ag. CG of Nigerian Correctional Service, Mr. Sylvester Nwakuche, has emphasised the federal government's commitment to the welfare of inmates across all the correctional centres.   He reiterated the dedication of both President Tinubu and hon. Tunji-Ojo, the minister of interior during his one-day tour of the Suleja Custodial Centre, where rehabilitation work was carried out as well as to check on the well being of the inmates which is among the renewed hope mandates of the President to carry out inclusive government for all Nigerians regardless of status.  "Many of the correctional centers have been given facelifts through refurbishments, rehabilitation and upgrades throughout the nation. Officers' welfare are being met as well as timely promotion of officers. The Acting CG also reinstated that the Federal Government efforts to make the Correctional centres safe and fool-proof against attacks, “We are making sure that everything is in place to ensure that our Correct...

Scale-up performance by subscribing to Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu, Acting-CG NCOs Charges Officers

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On Saturday, 16th December, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR approved the appointment of Nwakuche Sylvester Ndidi, MFR, mni, as the Acting Controller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS).  His appointment signals a commitment to advancing the country’s correctional system under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. The Acting-CG has charged all the officers to shun all acts of indiscipline and step up their performance towards work and discharge their duties diligently at a programme organized at the Nigerian Correctional Service headquarters. "I encourage the personnel to scale up their performance towards work and align with Mr. President's Renewed Hope agenda. The Acting-CG also urged the officers to reciprocate the efforts of the Minister of Interior and support his reforms in the Correctional Service, "I charge the officers to reciprocate Hon. Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo's efforts by ensuring that the workforce is motivated and encoura...

Tunji-Ojo: Embodiment of modern-day productive ideas pioneering giant strides in Interior Ministry

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According to Scott Belsky ‘Its not about ideas alone. Its about making ideas happen’’, that is the true story of Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Honourable Minister of Interior, in recent times, the Ministry and the agencies under it has witnessed an extraordinary transformation under the leadership of Dr Tunji-Ojo.  Since assuming office as the Minister, he has implemented numerous initiatives that has a profound and positive impact on the country. From clearing over 200,000 passport backlogs to prison decongestion and border security, his achievements have been nothing short of remarkable. One of Dr Tunji-Ojo's most commendable achievements has been the successful clearing of over 200,000 passport backlogs inherited from his predecessor.  The backlog had long plagued the citizens of Nigeria, causing undue delay and frustration. Under his leadership, a streamlined and efficient system was implemented, resulting in the swift processing of passports. In addition to this, he spearhea...