By Anifowoshe Oladipupo<\/p>\n
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Command of the Nigerian Correctional Service has entered into a partnership with Yakubu Gowon University to strengthen inmate rehabilitation through expanded educational and vocational training.<\/p>\n
The initiative was formalized during a visit by the FCT Controller of Corrections, Christopher Jen, to the Acting Vice Chancellor, Prof. Adamu Matthew.<\/p>\n
Jen stressed the need for practical academic and skill-building programs that prepare inmates for life after prison.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe want to ensure our inmates are kept busy and acquire skills that will enable us to sleep with our two eyes closed when they are discharged,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Prof. Matthew welcomed the collaboration and pledged immediate action, directing the university\u2019s Open and Distance Learning Centre to establish a study hub within FCT custodial facilities.<\/p>\n
The program will complement existing interventions by the National Open University of Nigeria and broaden access to formal education for inmates while serving their sentences.<\/p>\n
Prof. Matthew further emphasized the university\u2019s role in reshaping public attitudes, noting that \u201csociety must be enlightened on the importance of accepting and supporting rehabilitated individuals.\u201d<\/p>\n
Officials say the partnership marks a significant step toward reducing recidivism and promoting reintegration of ex-inmates into society.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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