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Abia sends officials to Aba, Umuahia correctional facilities to assess inmates’ health conditions

The Abia State government has announced initiatives aimed at assisting inmates with legal and welfare challenges. Okey Kanu, the Commissioner for Information, shared the details during a press briefing at Government House in Umuahia following this week’s Executive Council meeting.

Kanu indicated that the state is identifying areas where inmates need support, including legal aid, bail assistance, medical care, and family outreach. Additionally, the government is offering examination opportunities for inmates to facilitate their education.

In a related matter, former Nigerian international boxer Ikechukwu Okoronkwo has urged the Federal Government to address the deteriorating infrastructure at the Nigeria Correctional Centre in Arochukwu, located within the Arochukwu Local Government Area of Abia State. Following a visit to the facility over the weekend, Okoronkwo raised concerns regarding the poor conditions of the staff quarters.