THE Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has dismissed 15 officers of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) and demoted 59 others after reviewing 231 disciplinary cases.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Service’s Public Relations Officer, Umar Abubakar, said the decisions followed extensive investigations and recommendations from the Board’s Disciplinary and General Purpose Committee.
Aside from the dismissals and demotions, 42 officers received written warnings, while eight were compulsorily retired. One officer had their rank reversed and was ordered to refund salaries earned while holding the position improperly.
The Board also cleared 16 officers of all allegations, while seven remain suspended pending further investigations.
In one instance, an officer was suspended and recommended for prosecution by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) due to the seriousness of the offence.
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunde Ojo, who chairs the Board, reaffirmed the commitment to upholding professional and ethical standards.
Controller General of Corrections, Sylvester Nwacuhe, also assured that all disciplinary matters will continue to follow due process and fairness.