FG Allocates ₦45.2 Billion in 2025 Budget for Prison Upgrades

The Federal Government has proposed a budget of ₦45.2 billion for the improvement of Nigerian correctional facilities and the welfare of inmates in 2025.

A significant portion of this budget—₦38 billion—is allocated to feeding inmates across custodial centers. Additionally, ₦7.2 billion has been set aside for upgrading correctional facilities, addressing the challenges posed by recurrent jailbreaks and deteriorating infrastructure.

Other notable allocations include:

• ₦1.72 billion for uniforms and clothing.
• ₦1.06 billion for medical supplies.
• ₦1.23 billion for security equipment to enhance safety for officials.
• ₦2.28 billion for the purchase of vehicles to bolster logistics and security operations.

To expand capacity, ₦563.4 million has been allocated for the ongoing construction of a 3,000-capacity maximum-security prison in Abuja. Furthermore, ₦6.16 million will fund the construction and equipping of clinics across six geopolitical zones and the Federal Capital Territory, improving healthcare services for inmates and correctional staff.

This budget is part of a broader government initiative to modernize Nigeria’s prison system. The 2025 budget, presented by President Bola Tinubu to the National Assembly last week, is now under review for approval.