Secure custodial facilities or risk sanctions – CGC reads riot act to Zonal Coordinators

The Controller General of Corrections, Sylvester Nwakuche, has read a riot act to the leadership of the agency across all levels nationwide.

According to him, all the Zonal Coordinators, Commandants of Training Colleges, Schools, and State Command Controllers must secure custodial facilities across the country or face consequences.

Nwakuche, who issued the warning in a statement signed by the agency's Spokesman, Umar Abubakar at the end of an emergency virtual strategy meeting convened to outline security ahead of the festivities.

The Controller General directed the activation of proactive measures to mitigate security breaches to facilities across the country in view of the heavy rains.

He also asked the commanding officers to identify and remove weak links within the custodial chain, tasking them to beef up surveillance checks.

According to him, any officer found guilty of negligence, collusion or dereliction of duty will face stiff penalties.

“Secure custodial facilities or face the consequences. This is not just about concrete walls and iron bars, it’s about trust, duty, and the safety of every Nigerian. The time for complacency is over,” Nwakuche declared.

He, however, listened to concerns from the senior officers, applauded some, admonished where necessary, and tasked them on innovative solutions.