Kano State Government has officially announced intentions to turn the colonial-era Kurmawa Maximum Security Prison—built in 1910—into a museum. Located near the Kano Emir’s Palace, the prison, originally designed to house around 690 inmates, has stood for over 115 years as a notable colonial symbol.
Inmates to be relocated: All prisoners currently at Kurmawa Correctional Centre will be transferred to the newly built Janguza facility, along the Kano–Gwarzo–Dayi Highway, near the military barracks. That modern facility has capacity for 3,000 inmates, offering improved security and living conditions.
Cultural and educational conversion: Kurmawa Prison is to be reinvented as a museum dedicated to preserving colonial-era artifacts and showcasing Kano’s rich cultural heritage. The initiative is expected to bolster cultural tourism, create job opportunities, and serve as a centre for historical learning around the ancient city of Kano.
Dual objective: Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s administration aims to both preserve heritage and upgrade correctional infrastructure, aligning with broader state revival plans.
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