NCoS Reappoints National Parole Board for Three Years

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has reappointed the National Parole Board, consisting of members from various sectors, for a second three-year term effective June 15, 2026. This decision follows an assessment that deemed the board worthy of continued service.

The board, first inaugurated on August 25, 2022, is responsible for coordinating parole administration across Nigeria, monitoring the parole process, and addressing appeals and complaints from offenders and victims. Sylvest Nwakuch, the Controller General of the Nigerian Correctional Service, emphasized the importance of integrity and transparency in managing prison rehabilitation and reintegration.

He warned that the new term would carry higher expectations for public safety and justice system confidence. The board's mandate includes ensuring that all cases are considered fairly, without prejudice, and that successful reintegration of offenders contributes to reducing recidivism and enhancing societal welfare.