Ex-inmates in FCT receive support for reintegration

On Thursday, the Nigerian Correctional Service (FCT Command) announced the distribution of starter packs to sixteen ex-inmates as part of the Farm Justice Project. Each pack included a fish tank, cash support of ₦50,000, and various tools to assist in agricultural and small-scale trade activities.

The initiative, in partnership with the non-governmental organization Hope Behind Bars Africa, aims to help former inmates rebuild their lives post-release. The starter packs contained seven fish tanks, ten knapsack sprayers, 350 buckets, 30 units of various seeds, and 1,050 fingerlings, along with additional items like a clipper and a fan.

Christoph Jen, the FCT Command's representative, emphasized the importance of supporting ex-inmates to ensure their successful reintegration into society. Nurudeen Hassan from Hope Behind Bars Africa stated that the initiative is designed to provide ongoing support to ex-inmates, reinforcing the belief that freedom should come with opportunities for a fresh start.