Breaking: Nigerian Correctional Service Officers Suspended Over Bobrisky Audio Leak
The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board has suspended several senior officers of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) due to alleged infractions related to Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky ¹. The suspension follows a viral video on social media that sparked the investigation.
*Suspended Officers:*
– _Michael Anugwa_, Deputy Controller of Corrections (DCC) at Medium Security Custodial Centre (MSCC), Kiri-kiri, Lagos State
– _Sikiru Adekunle_, Deputy Controller of Corrections (DCC) at Maximum-Security Custodial Centre (MSCC), Kiri-kiri, Lagos State
– _Ogbule Samuel Obinna_, ASC II at Medium Security Custodial Centre (MSCC), Afikpo, Ebonyi State, for allegedly escorting a convicted inmate outside the facility
– _Iloafonsi Kevin Ikechukwu_, Deputy Controller of Corrections (DCC) at Medium Security Custodial Centre (MSCC), Kuje-Abuja, for allegedly receiving money on behalf of an inmate
The suspension allows for further investigation into the allegations, ensuring transparency and accountability. The outcome will be made public upon conclusion ¹. Ja’afaru Ahmed, Secretary to the Board, signed the press release announcing the suspensions.
This move demonstrates the commitment to maintaining integrity and professionalism within the Nigerian Correctional Service. The investigation’s findings will be eagerly awaited to ensure justice is served.
Read the statement
