Controller General of the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) Haliru Nababa has formally bowed out of service having reached the mandatory retirement age.
Consequently, President Bola Tinubu approved the appointment of Nwakuche Sylvester Ndidi as Acting Controller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service.
Nwakuche’s appointment takes effect from December 15, 2024.
Speaking at the polling out parade on Friday in Abuja, the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, said Nababa’s tenure was marked by significant achievements.
Tunji-Ojo said the government appreciated Nababa’s efforts in reforming, rehabilitating, and reintegrating inmates into society.
The minister also commended Nababa’s leadership style, which had promoted a culture of transparency, accountability, and discipline within the NCoS.
“As you close this chapter of distinguished service and step into a well- earned retirement, we celebrate your numerous achievements, and the positive impact you have made on countless lives.
“On behalf of President Bola Tinubu, I wish you a happy and fulfilling retirement, filled with good health and prosperity.
“I am confident that your legacy would continue to inspire and motivate the NCoS community,” he said.
Speaking on his stewardship, Nababa said he adopted an all-inclusive management approach, constructively engaging relevant stakeholders either to build on the legacies of past leaders or design new strategies to address emerging challenges.
“I must say that the support and cooperation I received from my management team and field officers remained unwavering and qualitative. Thus, the Service was not only able to weather storms, but significantly made progress in many fronts such as security, logistics, health care services, and others,” he said.