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In a sweeping disciplinary move, the Federal Government has dismissed 15 personnel of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) for what has been described as serious misconduct and flagrant violation of service regulations.

The development was confirmed in a statement released in Abuja by the NCoS spokesperson, Deputy Controller of Corrections (DCC) Abubakar Umar, on Thursday. He noted that the action is part of a broader effort to uphold discipline and professional integrity within Nigeria’s correctional system. Eyes Of Lagos reports,

231 Disciplinary Cases Reviewed

According to DCC Umar, the decision to dismiss the 15 officers followed a thorough review of 231 disciplinary cases submitted to the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB). These cases were presented through the Disciplinary and General Purpose Committee (BDGPC).

“A total of 15 personnel were dismissed from the service for serious misconduct and violation of service regulations,” Umar stated.

More Than Dismissals – Other Disciplinary Actions

Beyond dismissals, the board also took a number of other disciplinary actions:

59 officers had their ranks reduced after being found guilty of violating professional standards.

42 personnel received written warnings as corrective measures.

8 officers were compulsorily retired, and

1 officer had their rank reversed, with a directive to refund all earnings made while holding the improper rank.

Some Cleared, Others Still Under Investigation

In a show of balance and due process, DCC Umar revealed that 16 officers were exonerated after investigations proved them innocent of all allegations. However, 7 others remain on suspension as investigations into their alleged misconduct continue.

One officer’s case was deemed severe enough to be forwarded to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for prosecution, marking a serious escalation in accountability measures.
Reinforcing Ethics and Accountability in Public Service

The spokesman emphasized that the disciplinary measures are a reflection of the zero-tolerance policy on corruption and misconduct championed by the Ministry of Interior under Dr. Olubunmi Tunde-Ojo, who currently chairs the CDCFIB.

“The Board reiterates its commitment to maintaining high ethical and professional standards across all cadres,” Umar noted.

This crackdown aligns with ongoing efforts by the Federal Government to reform Nigeria’s correctional system, ensuring it operates within globally accepted best practices.
Why This Matters

The Nigerian Correctional Service has often faced criticism over poor conduct by personnel, including issues relating to corruption, abuse of inmates, and lax enforcement of rules. This move signals a more aggressive approach toward accountability and transparency within the institution.

Ulogwe1:
Omo prison warders are full of corrupt practices.

Ulogwe1:
Omo prison warders are full of corrupt practices.

Jojodjo:
What do the workers tell their families now especially if they're the bread winner. Corruption has eaten too deep into the sytems.

alphonsojaybaz:
https://eyesoflagos.com/fg-dismisses-15-nigerian-correctional-service-officers-over-gross-misconduct/

Nbotee:
What is the outcome of the Bobrisky special treatment case?

alphonsojaybaz:
https://eyesoflagos.com/fg-dismisses-15-nigerian-correctional-service-officers-over-gross-misconduct/

Urgent1Million:
Every corner of Nigeria is full of corrupt practices.
That's why it's very difficult to rid this country of corruption.
Give a street boy an off colour uniform to wear to man the estate gate and watch him turn himself to an army captain, a lawyer, an FBI agent and a tax collector at the same time.
It's very pathetic!!

alphaconde:
These officers in the picture are they the guilty ones.

IF they are we need to know their names

Nbotee:
What is the outcome of the Bobrisky special treatment case?

wunmi590:


No amount of money can even allow me to do the Jon, I'm too emotional to join such Job. So that I won't go and release all the prisoners one day

IbotNugida:
Dey play... Emotion go kill you one day . Say no to crime