A total of 58 inmates in Kano State are currently writing the 2025 National Examination Council (NECO) Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE), the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has confirmed.
The Public Relations Officer of the Kano State Command, Musbahu Lawan K/Nasarawa, announced this in a statement on Monday, noting that the initiative was made possible through the support of the Kano State Government.
According to the command, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf approved and paid the registration fees for all the inmates, a gesture described as a demonstration of the government’s commitment to inmate welfare, rehabilitation, and reintegration into society.
“The governor’s intervention will not only boost the morale of the inmates but also give them a second chance at education and a brighter future,” the statement read.
The command also reaffirmed its commitment to creating a conducive environment for learning, rehabilitation, and reformation, stressing that education remains a critical tool in reducing reoffending and preparing inmates for life after incarceration.
