{
  "id": 8032384,
  "title": "‘Being in prison doesn’t mean someone is evil’ – Shehu Sani",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/being-in-prison-doesnt-mean-someone-is-evil-shehu-sani",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-17T13:48:34.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/17/being-in-prison-doesnt-mean-someone-is-evil-shehu-sani/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Shehu Sani, the ex-Kaduna Central Senator, has argued that prisons should not be seen as mere punishment facilities, but rather as correctional centers designed to help inmates reform, grow in character, and prepare for successful re-entry into society. At the opening ceremony of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) Security, Welfare Agenda (SWAC) Conference in Kaduna, Sani, represented by Malam Nasiru Abbas, made these remarks. He argued that imprisonment should offer individuals the chance to reflect on their lives and rectify their errors. Sani has drawn from his own experience of incarceration, having spent time at Kaduna Prison and other correctional facilities. This background fueled his enthusiasm for the event, though he could not attend in person due to an unexpected commitment. He noted that many people have never visited a prison or even an inmate cell, which makes it harder for them to grasp the purpose of these institutions. Sani clarified that correctional centers are meant to provide opportunities for reflection and self-improvement, stating, \"Being in prison does not automatically mean that someone is dangerous or evil in society. It can also be a place where people are given an opportunity to learn, reform and prepare themselves for a better life.\" He further emphasized that correctional centers should help inmates develop resilience, endure hardship, and adopt a more positive outlook on life.",
  "summary": "Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has said prisons should not be viewed primarily as places of punishment, but as correctional centres where inmates are given opportunities to reform, build character and prepare for reintegration into society. Represented by Malam Nasiru Abbas at the 1st Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) Security, Welfare Agenda (SWAC) Conference Graduation […] ‘Being…",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}