I’SHIELD, Correctional Service Sensitise Kano Inmates on Moral Values, Character Development

The Initiative for Safeguarding Happiness, Innocence, Wellbeing, Love and Dignity (I’SHIELD), in collaboration with the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Kano State Command, has sensitised inmates in three custodial centres across the state on moral values, character development and responsible living.

The programme was held at the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Kurmawa; Medium Security Custodial Centre, Goron Dutse; and Maximum Security Custodial Centre, Janguza.

According to a statement by the NCoS Kano Command Public Relations Officer, CSC Musbahu Lawan K/Nassarawa, the initiative was aimed at supporting the rehabilitation of inmates, promoting positive behavioural change, encouraging responsible decision-making and fostering peaceful coexistence.

At the Goron Dutse facility, the sessions involved both male and female inmates, who were introduced to the 21 Moral Precepts: Common Sense Guide to Better Living booklets and other educational materials provided by the Way to Happiness Foundation.

The inmates were encouraged to reflect on their past decisions and use their period in custody for self-development, character building and preparation for responsible living after their release.

Speaking during the programme, I’SHIELD Executive Director, Muzammil Sani Kurawa, urged the inmates to put into practice the lessons and values acquired during the sensitisation sessions.

Kurawa said the knowledge gained could provide a foundation for positive transformation and help the inmates return to society as productive, responsible and law-abiding citizens.

He reaffirmed I’SHIELD’s commitment to promoting rehabilitation, human dignity, responsible citizenship and positive character development through value-based education and constructive engagement.

The Controller of Corrections, Kano State Command, CC Ahmed Yusuf Lakpene, fsi, commended I’SHIELD for complementing the NCoS’s efforts toward the reformation, rehabilitation and reintegration of inmates.

Lakpene urged the inmates to take full advantage of rehabilitation programmes designed to equip them with the values and skills needed to lead meaningful lives after their release.

The statement added that the initiative was part of I’SHIELD’s broader commitment to promoting positive values, personal responsibility and peaceful coexistence as a means of contributing to safer and more harmonious communities.