NCoS Public Relations Officer, Assistant Controller of Corrections ,ACC, Abubakar Umar, made this known while speaking to reporters in Abuja.
Umar said that the total number of inmates in centres across the country is 84,741, comprising 82,821 males and 1,920 females currently.
The NCoS spokesman put the total number of Awaiting Trial Inmates at 57,750, comprising 56,303 males and 1,447 females.
Umar said that majority of inmates in custody were Awaiting Trial Persons, posing a significant challenge for the service due to their high numbers.
He, however, assured that the service was taking steps to address the issue and ensuring timely judicial processing for the Awaiting Trial Persons.
Umar stated that the service’s efforts to build partnerships with other agencies have paid off, leading to enhanced security and positive results in and around custodial facilities.
Umar also noted that the service saw significant enhancements in the treatment and care of inmates, particularly in the areas of personal reformation, rehabilitation programs, and successful reintegration into society.