The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has approved the promotion of thirty (30) Controllers of Corrections (CCs) to the prestigious rank of Assistant Controller General of Corrections (ACG).
Deputy Controller of Corrections Umar Abubakar Public Relations Officer Nigerian Correctional Service made the disclosure in a statement.
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He said this decision is in line with its commitment to merit-based advancement, professional excellence, and the continuous strengthening of leadership within the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS).
He noted that among the newly promoted officers are twenty-seven (27) general duty officers who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, leadership, and operational competence in various formations across the country.
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In addition, he added ,three (3) professional officers have also been elevated in recognition of their outstanding service and specialized contributions in the areas of Medical Laboratory Science, Nursing, and Public Health.
“This promotion exercise reflects the ongoing reform agenda in the Service, in line with the Renewed hope agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR under the leadership of the Honourable Minister of Interior Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo whose unwavering commitment to reposition the Service for greater efficiency and professionalism is unprecedented.” DCC Umar maintained.
He pointed out that, “The Controller General of Corrections (CGC), Sylvester Nwakuche, MFR, mni, has congratulated the newly promoted officers and urged them to redouble their effort to service delivery, strategic leadership, and the core mandates of reformation, rehabilitation, and reintegration of inmates. He emphasized that the promotion is not only a reward for past performance but also a call to higher responsibility in line with global best practices in correctional management.”
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He reiterates that the Service remains committed to building a motivated, disciplined, and professional workforce capable of meeting the complex demands of modern corrections and public safety.
