The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has sanctioned 66 personnel for disciplinary infractions while confirming that approximately 17,000 senior officers have been approved for promotion. The announcement was made during a press conference in Abuja, where the Corps reaffirmed its commitment to discipline, professionalism, and accountability in the execution of its statutory duties.
Prof. Abubakar Ahmed Audi, the Commandant General of the NSCDC, disclosed these developments to the media. He stated that the disciplinary actions, which include dismissal, reduction in rank, suspension, and formal warnings, were taken following official correspondence from the Civil Defence, Corrections, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB). The sanctions address offenses ranging from misconduct to other disciplinary infractions committed by personnel across various ranks.
According to Prof. Audi, the affected individuals underwent established disciplinary procedures, including proceedings before the Orderly Room and the Senior and Junior Officers’ Disciplinary Committees. These bodies examined the nature and gravity of the respective offenses to recommend appropriate sanctions. The Commandant General noted that the recommended measures were subsequently ratified by the Board, underscoring the Corps’ resolve to maintain high standards of professional conduct.
In a related development, Prof. Audi confirmed that the NSCDC has received the list of approximately 17,000 senior officers approved for promotion. This list was earlier announced by the Ministry of Interior and the CDCFIB. The Commandant General assured the public that the promotion list would be made public and communicated to the benefiting officers in due course.
The NSCDC leadership reiterated its dedication to institutional discipline and professional excellence. These measures are intended to improve service delivery in line with the Corps’ mandate of safeguarding lives, property, and critical national assets across Nigeria.
<small>Source: Daily Post Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
