The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has concluded its review of 224 disciplinary cases involving personnel of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), reaffirming its resolve to uphold discipline and integrity within the Service.
The cases, presented by the Board’s Disciplinary and General Purpose Committee (BDGPC), followed extensive investigations and due process before being tabled for final decisions.
After a meticulous review, the Board approved a range of sanctions. Fifteen personnel were dismissed for serious misconduct and breach of Service regulations, while 59 officers faced rank reduction for violating professional standards. Another 42 personnel received written warnings as corrective measures.
In a show of fairness, 16 officers were completely exonerated, having been found not guilty of the allegations against them. Meanwhile, seven personnel remain on suspension pending further investigation into their roles in ongoing cases.
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In one particularly serious case, an officer was suspended and recommended for handover to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for prosecution due to the gravity of the offence. The Board also ordered the compulsory retirement of eight officers, and in another instance, directed a rank reversal with a refund of earnings obtained while the officer wrongly held the position.
Speaking on the outcome, the Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Board, Olubunmi Tunde Ojo, stressed that the CDCFIB remains unwavering in its commitment to enforcing high ethical and professional standards across all cadres.
The Controller-General of Corrections, Sylvester Nwacuhe, assured the public that all disciplinary actions will continue to be handled with fairness, transparency, and strict adherence to established rules and procedures. He called for continued public cooperation in ensuring the Service maintains its integrity and credibility.
