The Kano State Government has announced plans to relocate inmates from the over-century-old Kurmawa Correctional Centre to a newly constructed custodial facility in Janguza, in a move aimed at modernizing the state’s correctional system.
This was made known by Ibrahim Adam, Special Adviser on Information in the media team of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.
The newly completed Janguza facility, which boasts a capacity of 3,000 inmates, was built during the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari as part of a nationwide initiative to improve prison infrastructure and align with global standards of inmate management and rehabilitation.
As part of the reform, the Kurmawa Correctional Centre—established in 1910 during colonial rule and designed to house 690 inmates—will be decommissioned and transformed into a museum.
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The new cultural site will preserve historical artifacts and document the evolution of correctional practices in Kano while showcasing the state’s rich heritage.
According to the government, the museum is envisioned as an educational and tourist destination that will provide visitors with a unique glimpse into Kano’s colonial history, correctional evolution, and broader cultural narrative.
Kano currently hosts ten correctional centres, two of which are situated within the state capital, while the rest are distributed across various local government areas. The transition to Janguza marks a significant shift toward improved inmate welfare and modern rehabilitation strategies.