The Emeritus Archbishop of the Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja, Cardinal John Onaiyekan, visited inmates on the Kuje Custodial Middle on the event of this 12 months's Christmas.
Onaiyekan, in an announcement signed by the spokesperson of the Nigeria Correctional Service, Federal Capital Territory Command, Adamu Duza, on Tuesday, mentioned his determination to have fun Christmas with the inmates was to establish with them and categorical how essential they’re to the society.
He additionally urged them to make the most of the centre's schooling and talent acquisition programmes.
“It's not simple on the market. So make the most of the WAEC, NECO, coaching and abilities acquisition. These applications will assist you to once you go away the correctional heart,” he says.
The bishop additionally known as on the federal authorities to hurry up its motion to stabilize the economic system and alleviate poverty within the nation.
“Just a few Nigerians are privileged, whereas the bulk can barely eat. “I name on the Federal Authorities to take drastic steps to revive the hope of Nigerians,” he added.
In his comment, Christopher Jen, the Controller of Corrections answerable for the Kuje Custodial Middle, additionally known as on inmates to see their incarceration as a preparatory floor for greatness.
Jen appreciated the Cardinal for his dedication to visiting the jail heart yearly, stating that sharing such particular moments with prisoners is a supply of nice inspiration.
One of many prisoners talking on behalf of others thanked the cardinal for his continued present of affection in the direction of them by coming to have fun Christmas, which suggests real love.
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