The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board has approved sanctions against dozens of officers of the Nigerian Correctional Service over professional misconducts.
This was made known in a statement on Thursday by the Public Relations Officer for the NCoS, Umar Abubakar. He said the sanctions were based on recommendations from the board’s Disciplinary and General Purpose Committee after extensive investigations.
According to the statement, the move follows the conclusion of a review into 231 disciplinary cases brought before the board.
A total of 15 personnel were sacked for serious misconduct and violations of service regulations, while 59 officers were demoted after being found guilty of breaching professional standards.
Additionally, 42 personnel received official warning letters as corrective measures.
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.
One officer was not only suspended but also recommended for prosecution by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission.
One other officer had his rank reversed and was directed to refund all salaries and benefits earned while holding the position improperly.
Umar noted that 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.
