MHI seeks partnership with Kano correctional centre for inmate rehabilitation

Mercy Helpline Initiative (MHI) has taken a significant step in advancing its mandate on inmate reforms with a courtesy visit to the Kano Central Correctional Centre, Kurmawa.

The MHI team, led by Executive Director, Samuel Solomon, and Program Manager, Ayo Adenaiye, visited the facility to discuss the prospects of inmate rehabilitation and explore areas for greater collaboration with the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS).

The team was received by the Officer-in-Charge, DCC II Ibrahim Isah Rambo .

During the visit, MHI shared its vision of “Giving Relevance to Life,” highlighting the organization’s commitment to inmate welfare and reformation.

Discussions centered on expanding rehabilitation programmes, skills acquisition, and restorative justice initiatives within the facility. The visit aligns with MHI’s broader goal of contributing to the transformation of correctional centres into hubs of reform and empowerment, helping inmates reintegrate into society as responsible citizens.

DCC II Rambo commended MHI for its dedication to humanitarian service and inmate welfare. He noted the importance of sustained support from civil society in achieving the NCoS mandate of reforming, rehabilitating, and reintegrating offenders . His leadership at the Kurmawa facility has been marked by openness to partnerships with organizations committed to correctional reform . He emphasized that collaborative efforts with partners like MHI are crucial in equipping inmates with life-changing skills and reducing recidivism.

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MHI reaffirmed its commitment to working closely with the Kano Central Correctional Centre and other facilities to expand rehabilitation programmes.

The organization called on governments, development partners, and philanthropists to support inmate reform initiatives, stressing that every individual deserves a second chance and the opportunity to rebuild their life .