The federal government has approved the promotion of 95 top management officers across four paramilitary agencies — the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Federal Fire Service (FFS), and Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC).
Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, Minister of Interior, announced the promotions in a statement on X, following a recent board meeting that also addressed disciplinary issues and recruitment plans.
The board approved disciplinary actions against 224 officers from the same agencies found guilty of various offenses. These measures underscore the government’s commitment to maintaining discipline and professionalism within the paramilitary services.
Additionally, the board agreed to form a committee tasked with developing a harmonized Scheme of Service for the four agencies to ensure uniformity and improve service delivery.
The minister also revealed that the online recruitment for the four services will begin on July 14, 2025, inviting qualified Nigerians to apply.
The 2025 promotion exercise is scheduled to start in August and conclude in November. This exercise aims to boost morale and enhance operational efficiency across the agencies.
The Nigerian Correctional Service, Immigration Service, Fire Service, and NSCDC play vital roles in national security, public safety, and law enforcement, making these developments important for Nigeria’s internal stability.