FG Approves Promotion of 20,867 Officers Across Major Security Agencies

The Federal Government of Nigeria has sanctioned the promotion of 20,867 senior personnel within four key security agencies: the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS), and the Federal Fire Service (FFS).

Minister of Interior Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo announced the decision on Friday, September 13. He also disclosed that special promotions have been awarded to nine distinguished officers in recognition of their exemplary service. The breakdown of these promotions is as follows:

• NCoS: 5,329 officers promoted
• NIS: 5,112 officers promoted
• NSCDC: 9,937 officers promoted
• FFS: 489 officers promoted

These promotions span various ranks, including Inspector/Assistant Superintendent, Controllers, Comptrollers, and Commandants, across the four agencies.

Dr. Tunji-Ojo, represented by Alhaji Ja’afaru Ahmed, Secretary of the Board of the Services, emphasized the government’s commitment to advancing career development within these agencies. This includes the introduction of a new training curriculum for the Federal Fire Service and a revised Scheme of Service, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency.

Additionally, the Minister announced that the ongoing 2023/24 Federal Fire Service recruitment exercise is expected to conclude by the end of the month.