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From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja
A Non-Governmental Organization, Legend Golden Care Foundation (LGCF) says it has commenced plans to renovate and equip the Skill Acquisition Center at the New Custodial Center, in Yola, the Adamawa State capital.
The NGO, in a statement, noted that its Executive Director, Mrs. Kanayo Olisa-Metuh, disclosed this during a working visit to the new Yola Custodial Center. Olisa-Metuh noted that the initiative is part of the Foundation’s commitment towards providing inmates with necessary skills and tools to enhance their lives and be productive, after reintegration into the society.
According to the statement, the Executive Director, who was represented by the Foundation’s Public Relations and Communication Officer, Mr. Promise Okah, emphasized that beyond learning a trade, skill acquisition emphasis the empowerment that would help inmates break free from the cycle of crime and incarceration.
“In our society today, individuals who have been incarcerated often face numerous challenges upon their release. From stigma and discrimination to lack of opportunities, the barriers to successful reintegration into the society can seem insurmountable. However, it is precisely in the face of these challenges that the importance of skill acquisition becomes apparent.
“LGCF has taken this as a point of duty and responsibility to equip inmates with the necessary knowledge and tools needed to develop/enhance their livelihood skills to rebuild their lives and chart a new course for themselves to reintegrate into society as productive and law-abiding citizens.
“Skill acquisition is not just about learning a trade or mastering a craft; it’s about empowerment. It has a transformative effect on individuals’ sense of self-worth and dignity. It provides them with a sense of purpose and direction, helping them to break free from the cycle of crime and incarceration.
“By investing in training for inmates, we are not only investing in their future but in the future of our society as a whole. Studies have shown that individuals who participate in education and training programs while incarcerated are significantly less likely to return to prison upon their release. This contributes to safer and more cohesive communities.
“So, this is just the first step LGCF is taking towards ensuring that the Skill acquisition centre in the facility is fully functional as part of our commitment to social and Human Capacity Development”, Olisa-Metuh said.
