Over 10,000 Inmates Sit for WASSCE in Nigeria Over Five Years

More than 10,000 inmates across the country have sat for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) over the past five years. This remarkable achievement highlights the ongoing efforts by the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) to rehabilitate inmates through education and provide them with the tools necessary for reintegration into society.

The initiative, which is part of a broader strategy to reform the correctional system, has seen a steady increase in the number of inmates participating in the WASSCE each year. The NCoS, in collaboration with various government and non-governmental organizations, has been working tirelessly to improve access to education for inmates, recognizing it as a key component of their rehabilitation.

Through educational programs within correctional facilities, inmates are provided with the opportunity to continue their studies and sit for the WASSCE, thereby gaining a qualification that can significantly improve their prospects upon release. The initiative has also received support from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), which has been instrumental in facilitating the participation of inmates in the exam.

The success of this program is reflected in the growing number of inmates who have not only sat for the WASSCE but also achieved commendable results. These achievements underscore the potential for education to transform lives, even within the confines of a correctional facility.

As the Nigerian Correctional Service continues to prioritize education as a tool for rehabilitation, it is hoped that more inmates will be empowered to pursue their studies, ultimately contributing to a reduction in recidivism and a more positive reintegration into society.