Kano State Command of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has announced that 68 inmates successfully passed the 2025 National Examination Council (NECO) exams — a milestone seen as a major leap in the rehabilitation of incarcerated individuals.
This was disclosed on Monday by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSC Musbahu Lawan, in an official statement issued in Kano.
According to Lawan, the academic breakthrough was made possible through the Centre for Inmates’ Continuity Education, fully funded by the Kano State Government.
He emphasized that the achievement reflects the objectives outlined in the Correctional Service Act of 2019, which promotes inmate reformation through structured education and skill acquisition programs.
“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,” he said.
Lawan explained that the overall goal is to equip inmates with the tools needed to reintegrate into society as “responsible and productive citizens.”
“This effort is in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed aimed at positively transforming the lives of Nigerians, including those in custodial facilities,” he added.
He noted that the inmates expressed profound gratitude for the opportunity, calling their NECO success a “turning point” in their lives.
The Controller of Corrections for Kano State, Mr. Ado Inuwa, also lauded the inmates’ performance and encouraged them to stay committed to their path of transformation.
The Chairperson of the Prerogative of Mercy Committee, Hajiya Azumi Namadi-Bebeje, joined in celebrating the milestone, praising Governor Abba Yusuf for his compassionate approach to inmate welfare.
She reiterated the state government’s resolve to empower inmates with quality education, saying:
> “This success is a testament to what rehabilitation can achieve. These inmates can become positive ambassadors — not just for themselves, but for the entire society.”
