NECO 2025: 68 Kano Inmates pass exams, hail Education as “Life-Changing”

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) in Kano State has announced that 68 inmates have successfully passed the 2025 Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSCE) conducted by the National Examinations Council (NECO 2025).

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In a statement released by the Service, the inmates described their achievement as life-changing, noting that it represents an opportunity to rebuild their lives and pursue a better future.

“This result has given us a second chance,” one of the inmates said.

“It is proof that even behind prison walls, we can still aspire for greatness.”

Kano Government Support Key to Success

The NCoS attributed the success to the support of the Kano State Government, which sponsored educational programs for inmates across correctional facilities.

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According to the Service, the initiative aligns with the Nigerian Correctional Service Act of 2019, which emphasises reformation and rehabilitation of offenders through education and vocational skills training.

The Kano State Government reaffirmed its commitment to inmate education, stressing that investing in correctional learning is a pathway to reintegration.

“This is part of our effort to ensure that inmates do not return to society as liabilities but as responsible citizens with skills and education to contribute positively,” a government official said.

Officials further noted that the program reflects President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda, which seeks to improve the quality of life of all Nigerians, including those serving prison terms.

The NCoS encouraged more inmates to embrace the opportunities provided, adding that education remains a powerful tool for transformation, even within correctional walls.