NCoS Sacks 15 Officers, As Others Get Suspension, Demotion, Prosecution

 

A total of 15 personnel of the Nigerian Correctional Service have been sacked for serious misconduct and violations of service regulations.

Also, no fewer than 59 officers were demoted after being found guilty of breaching professional standards while 42 personnel received official warning letters as corrective measures.

Spokesman of the NCoS, Umar Abubakar, in a statement, said the move followed the conclusion of a review into 231 disciplinary cases brought before the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board.

Abubakar explained that the disciplinary action aimed at reinforcing professionalism and accountability, has approved sanctions against dozens of officers of the Nigerian Correctional Service

He added that the board also approved the compulsory retirement of eight officers, exonerated 16 personnel, and placed seven others on suspension, pending the outcome of ongoing investigations.

For instance, he said one of the suspended officers was also recommended for prosecution before the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) while another officer had his rank reversed and was directed to refund all salaries and benefits earned while holding the position improperly.

“the sanctions were based on recommendations from the board’s Disciplinary and General Purpose Committee after extensive investigations

“the board, under the leadership of the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunde-Ojo, reiterated its commitment to maintaining high ethical and professional standards across all cadres.

While soliciting cooperation, the Controller General of Corrections, Sylvester Nwakuche, assured the public that disciplinary actions will continue to be handled fairly in strict compliance with existing rules and procedures.