In a major shake-up aimed at reinforcing leadership within the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), the Federal Government has approved the promotion of 30 senior officers to the prestigious rank of Assistant Controller General of Corrections.
This was disclosed in an official statement issued on Tuesday by Umar Abubakar, spokesperson for the NCoS.
“The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board has approved the promotion of 30 Controllers of Corrections to the prestigious rank of Assistant Controller General of Corrections,” the statement noted.
Promotions in Line with Reforms
According to the NCoS, the elevation of these officers aligns with the federal government’s commitment to reform, professionalism, and capacity building across security institutions. The promotion exercise was carried out on merit, with an emphasis on operational competence, leadership qualities, and specialized service contributions.
Among those promoted are 27 general duty officers known for their dedication and leadership across various correctional formations, and three professional officers in the fields of Medical Laboratory Science, Nursing, and Public Health.
“This merit-based advancement reflects the Board’s dedication to professional excellence and institutional integrity,” the statement emphasized.
Driving the Renewed Hope Agenda
The promotion comes amid broader reforms under President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, with the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, receiving praise for his “unprecedented and unwavering” support for transformation within the service.
A Call to Higher Duty
Reacting to the development, the Controller General of Corrections, Sylvester Nwakuche, congratulated the newly promoted officers and urged them to embrace their elevated roles with renewed commitment.
“I urge them to redouble their efforts in service delivery, strategic leadership, and the core mandates of reformation, rehabilitation, and reintegration of inmates,” Nwakuche stated.
He further described the promotions as more than rewards, but rather calls to higher responsibility, consistent with global best practices in correctional management.
The NCoS reiterated its vision to build a disciplined, motivated, and professional correctional workforce equipped to manage the evolving demands of modern public safety in Nigeria.
