Prison Congestion: ‘Over 250 inmates sleep on floor at Jalingo custodial centre’
Mr Olayinka described the situation as a major challenge to the administration of criminal justice in Taraba State and called for urgent reforms to address prison congestion and prolonged pre-trial detention.
Mr Olayinka urged the new NBA leadership to use its position as a critical stakeholder in the justice system to push for reforms that would reduce the number of awaiting-trial inmates and address delays in criminal proceedings.
READ ALSO: Insecurity: ‘Make it easy for citizens to get guns’ – VDM says at NBA conference The media executive said reducing the number of awaiting-trial inmates would not only improve conditions at the Jalingo Custodial Centre but also strengthen public confidence in the justice system.
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