THE Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has suspended two of its personnel over a recent incident involving a convicted inmate allegedly attempting to process an international passport while in custody.
A statement by the Service Public Relations Officer (SPRO), Abubakar Umar (DCC), in Abuja, said the misconduct was detected through the automated passport application system operated by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), underscoring the effectiveness of ongoing inter-agency cooperation.
He stated: “The Service wishes to clarify that this misconduct was uncovered a fortnight ago through reforms introduced in the NIS, which flagged the irregularity. This particularly speaks to inter-agency collaboration and cooperation.
“The implicated officers were suspended by the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB), under the leadership of the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, as part of disciplinary measures.”
Umar quoted the Controller General of Corrections, Sylvester Nwakuche, as reaffirming the Service’s commitment to discipline, transparency and professionalism across all custodial facilities nationwide.
While reiterating the Service’s dedication to its core mandates of secure custody, humane treatment and reformation of inmates, in line with international standards, Umar warned: “The Service categorically states that any personnel found engaging in acts of misconduct, corruption or sabotage will be shown the way out of the system.”
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