The Federal Government has approved the promotion of 32,361 personnel across key agencies under the Ministry of Interior.
The promotion cuts across personnel from the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), the Federal Fire Service (FFS), and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC).
The information was released on Friday, December 01, 2023, during a press briefing by the Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who was represented by the Comptroller General of the NSCDC, Dr. Ahmed Audi. According to the breakdown provided by Dr. Audi, the promotions are distributed as follows: NIS – 4,598, NSCDC – 21,398, FFS – 1,680, and NCoS – 4,498.
Expressing gratitude on behalf of the Ministry, the Minister acknowledged President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to the welfare of Nigerian workers. He stated that the scale of the 2023 promotions is unprecedented, marking a departure from previous exercises due to the substantial number of personnel involved.
“The President’s Renewed Hope Agenda mantra and the dividends of democracy are the driving forces behind this substantial promotion. We extend our sincere appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for his steadfast support and concern for the Ministry,” said the Minister.
He further noted, “This is very unprecedented. We would like to thank President Bola Tinubu for his support and concern given to the Ministry through the Minister, and this is part of the dividend of democracy on the Renewed Hope Agenda drive.”
In his congratulatory message to the recipients, the Minister urged the promoted personnel to redouble their efforts in serving their fatherland diligently.
He advised them to be patriotic and served by example in their duties to the development of the country, by putting their love for Nigeria first above self.
