Nigerian Correctional Service

The Acting Controller General of Corrections Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, MFR, mni, received the Etsu Kwali and Chairman Council of Chiefs, Kwali Area Council, His Royal Highness Luka Ayedoo, Nizassan, in the audience on a homecoming courtesy visit.

In his remarks, the Royal Father heartily congratulated the Ag. CGC stated that his appointment was well deserved and the courtesy visit was a homecoming for him. He expressed deep appreciation to the Nigerian Correctional Service for shaping him into who he is today having learnt discipline while working closely with inmates in the custodial centre; waking up to their moods, travails, challenges, pains, anxiety and feelings of uncertainty. He added that the experience gathered on the job prepared him for leadership. In furtherance, His Royal Highness stated that the Nigerian Correctional Service plays a vital role in nation building though its services and achievements are underreported. However, he assured the Ag. CGC of the support and goodwill of his Chiefdom towards advancing the core values of the Service while looking forward to receiving him in his Chiefdom someday either for a project commissioning or groundbreaking.

The Acting Controller General in his response, heartily welcomed the Royal Father and his entourage, narrating some experiences shared while working closely with the Royal Father during his time in the Service before answering the Royal call. He assured him that having been toughened by his experience working in NCoS, he has no doubt in his capacity to lead the people of Kwali right. He thanked the members of the Council for the visit and their efforts in promoting community corrections for enhanced national security.