The Controller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Sylvester Nwakuche, has disclosed that discussions are at an advanced stage to secure the enrolment of inmates into the National Health Insurance Scheme as part of efforts to improve healthcare delivery across custodial centres nationwide.
Nwakuche stated this on Wednesday during the flag-off of the second phase of the 2026 nationwide distribution of essential drugs and medicaments to commands and custodial facilities across the country.
According to a statement by the Service Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent of Corrections Jane Osuji, the initiative is aimed at strengthening inmate healthcare, with special emphasis on the welfare of female inmates, mental health services and access to quality medical care.
Speaking at the event, the Controller-General said the proposed inclusion of inmates in the NHIS would provide sustainable access to healthcare in correctional facilities.
Nwakuche added that while some states had already enrolled inmates into their
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