Nigerian Correctional Service Reports 8,246 Inmates with Mental Illness
Abuja, Nigeria – August 13, 2025 The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has disclosed that 8,246 inmates across custodial centres nationwide are living with mental health conditions. The figure was revealed by Dr. Glory Essien, Assistant Controller General of Corrections in charge of Medical Services, during the third public hearing of the Independent Investigative Panel on