Oluwatobi Adu 
ABUJA, Nigeria – The Federal Capital Territory Command of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has firmly denied reports alleging that female inmates across its facilities are being denied menstrual-care supplies. The Command describes the claims as misleading, inaccurate and not reflective of operational standards.
In a statement issued on Sunday, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSC Adamu Samson Duza, says the NCoS fully complies with both national regulations and international correctional-welfare guidelines.
Duza explains that the Service provides sanitary pads and hygiene kits to all female inmates every month, with each distribution logged in welfare registers to ensure accountability.
He states that every custodial centre in the FCT is equipped with a functional medical unit staffed by qualified nurses and doctors who handle menstrual-related health needs. According to him, inmates receive free consultations, medications and referrals to external hospitals whenever specialist care is required.
Duza adds that female inmates also benefit from consistent support from NGOs, development partners and faith-based organisations. He notes that recent donations from groups such as the Nigerian Medical Association demonstrate ongoing commitment to improving inmate welfare.
Reaffirming the NCoS’s compliance with global standards, he stresses that its operations align with the Nigerian Constitution and the UN Standard Minimum Rules for the Treatment of Prisoners (Nelson Mandela Rules).
He emphasises that dignity, humane treatment and adequate hygiene remain core priorities for the Service.
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