By Abbanobi -Eku Onyeka
Abuja
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has responded to a recent media report by Sahara Reporters alleging that prison officers were compelled to pay N350,000 for issuance of training certificates. The Service categorically denies these allegations, stating that they are baseless and aimed at misinforming the public and undermining the integrity of the Service, according to a press statement from Umar Abubakar, Deputy Controller of Corrections Public Relations Office on Wednesday.
The NCoS emphasizes that training and retraining of officers are core components of its professional development mandate, and at no time has the Service authorized or permitted the collection of any fees aside from caution fees of N1,000 and N2,000.
The Service highlights that the welfare of its staff has been upgraded and is a top priority under the President’s Renewed Hope agenda. The NCoS assures the public that it remains committed to maintaining transparency and integrity in its operations.
The public is advised to verify information through official channels to avoid being misled by false reports. The NCoS is confident that its commitment to truth and transparency will continue to guide its actions and decisions.
