The Nigerian Correctional Service in Kano State has announced that 68 inmates successfully passed the 2025 Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSCE) conducted by NECO.
In a statement released by the Service, the inmates described the achievement as life-changing. They said it gives them a chance to rebuild their lives and hope for a better future.
According to the Correctional Service, the success was made possible with the support of the Kano State Government, which sponsored the educational programs for the inmates.
“This initiative is in line with the Nigerian Correctional Service Act of 2019, which focuses on reformation and rehabilitation of inmates through education and vocational training,” the statement read.
The Kano State Government also reaffirmed its commitment to providing educational opportunities for inmates so they can return to society as responsible citizens.
Officials noted that this effort is part of President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda, which aims to improve the lives of all Nigerians, including those serving prison terms.
