The Nigerian Correctional Service: yesterday, today and tomorrow

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Amali, S. E. and Omale, D. J. O 2024. The Nigerian Correctional Service: yesterday, today and tomorrow. in: Raufu, A., Tsado, L. K., Mendie, E. and Ben-Edet, E. (ed.) Criminology in Nigeria: History, Evolution and Trends London Lexington books. pp. 117-132
AuthorsAmali, S. E. and Omale, D. J. O
EditorsRaufu, A., Tsado, L. K., Mendie, E. and Ben-Edet, E.
Abstract

The chapter looks at the historical development of prisons (now known as correctional services) in Nigeria and highlights the organogram and management structure of the Nigerian Correctional Service, as well as the new mandates of non-custodial sentences as contained in the Nigerian Correctional Service Act (2019) and the way forward for its effective implementation and delivery of quality service.

Keywordscorrections; criminology; prisons; rehabilitation; Nigeria
Page range117-132
Year2024
Book titleCriminology in Nigeria: History, Evolution and Trends
PublisherLexington books
Place of publicationLondon
ISBN9781666954326
Web address (URL)https://www.bloomsbury.com/ca/criminology-in-nigeria-9781666954326/
FunderDirect funding - Private sector
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Output statusPublished
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Online12 Aug 2024
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Accepted2023
Deposited24 Sep 2025
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