The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Kano State Command, has announced that 68 inmates successfully passed the 2025 National Examination Council (NECO) examinations.
The Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSC Musbahu Lawan, disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday in Kano. He said the feat was achieved under the Centre for Inmates’ Continuity Education, fully sponsored by the Kano State Government.
According to him, the achievement reflects the implementation of the Correctional Service Act, 2019, which emphasizes rehabilitation and reformation of inmates through education and vocational training.
“This success also reflects the directive of the Controller General of Corrections, CGC Sylvester Indidi-Nwakuche, urging all heads of custodial centres nationwide to ensure inmates are enrolled in both academic and vocational programmes.
“The aim is to equip them with skills and knowledge that will help them reintegrate into society as responsible and productive citizens. This effort is in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu aimed at positively transforming the lives of Nigerians, including those in custodial facilities,” the statement read.
The beneficiaries expressed joy over their success, describing it as a turning point in their lives.
The Controller of Corrections, Kano State Command, Mr Ado Inuwa, commended the inmates for their performance and wished them success in their reformation journey.
Similarly, the Chairperson of the Prerogative of Mercy, Azumi Namadi-Bebeje, congratulated the inmates and praised Governor Abba Yusuf for his compassion and commitment to their welfare. She reiterated the state government’s resolve to improve inmates’ lives by providing educational opportunities that would empower them to become positive ambassadors for society.
