By John Ogunsemore
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has congratulated Mr. Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche on his appointment as the third substantive Controller General of the Nigerian Correctional Service.
This is contained in a statement issued by National Public Relations Officer (PRO) of NANS, Comrade Adeyemi Samson Ajasa and sent to Daily Sun on Saturday.
The national student body said Nwakuche’s well-deserved and historic appointment reflects not only his outstanding service record and unwavering commitment to public service but also his deep understanding of the critical role that correctional institutions play in national development.
“Your emergence at the helm of the Nigerian Correctional Service is a testament to your leadership acumen and vision for reform.
“NANS particularly commends the improvement of the education policy for inmates, in collaboration with the Open University of Nigeria, which has opened up pathways to higher education and personal development for incarcerated individuals.
“This initiative is a bold and progressive step toward meaningful rehabilitation and reintegration into society,” the statement reads in part.
NANS further applauded ongoing vocational training programmes within correctional facilities, noting that these have empowered many inmates with practical skills, thereby equipping them for a better life post-incarceration.
“These initiatives are commendable and are evidence of your commitment to transforming the correctional system from punitive to reformative.
“As the voice of Nigerian students, we encourage you to continue pursuing innovative and humane policies that prioritise rehabilitation, education, and capacity building within correctional centres.”
The student body said it looked forward to a tenure marked by impactful reforms, strengthened institutions, and enhanced human rights for all inmates.
“NANS stands with you in this journey of national transformation through correctional reform,” the body stressed.