DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION OF PRISON MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

ABSTRACT Prison management is a complex and challenging task, especially when faced with overcrowding, limited resources, and a shortage of trained personnel to handle crises effectively. In Nigeria, two major challenges have been identified in prison affairs management. The first challenge stems from administrative inefficiencies due to the reliance on manual prison management systems. These traditional methods are prone to time-consuming processes, human errors in record-keeping, and difficulties in data compilation and analysis due to inaccuracies in information. To address these issues, a digital prison management system has been designed to streamline operations and improve efficiency. The system allows for the categorization of prison cell blocks based on gender, ensuring organized inmate placement. Additionally, when an inmate is added to a cell, their crime type is recorded from a predefined list of offenses. The system also maintains a comprehensive list of inmates, visitors, and various prison actions, such as transportation for trial, solitary confinement, and infirmary confinement. By automating these processes, the system enhances data accuracy, reduces administrative burdens, and improves overall prison management