Controller-General of Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS), Mr Sylvester Nwakuche..jpeg
By JOY ADARA , Abuja-
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has clarified that it has successfully enrolled over 74% of inmates nationwide into the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) database.
NCoS Public Relations Officer, Abubakar Umar, made the clarification in a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja.
He said: “The exercise was actively ongoing across all facilities and has so far captured 59,786 inmates out of a total custodial population of 80,879 as of June 7, 2025.” This translates to approximately 74% of inmates being captured into the NIMC platform.
Umar described as “misleading and inaccurate” a publication claiming that the National Identity Number (NIN) registration exercise was yet to commence in custodial centers across the country.
“The claim that the registration has yet to commence in custodial centres is factually incorrect and fails to acknowledge the substantial work already done,” he added.
The NCoS-NIMC initiative aims to integrate inmates into national development plans, enhance their security, and facilitate their identification in case of jailbreaks.
Umar assured that concrete mechanisms are in place to ensure the seamless registration of the remaining inmates.
“The registration of the remaining inmates is actively in progress, and mechanisms have been put in place to ensure its seamless completion,” he said. The NCoS reaffirmed its commitment to data integration as part of national efforts to enhance rehabilitation, reintegration, and digital inclusion of persons in custody.
Umar urged media practitioners to verify information before publication to avoid spreading misinformation.
“We urge members of the media to verify information with relevant authorities before publication to avoid spreading misinformation that may mislead the public and undermine ongoing institutional efforts,” he said.
