The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has appointed Chief Superintendent of Corrections (CSC) Jane Osuji as its new Public Relations Officer, marking the first time a woman has held the position.
The appointment was announced by the Controller General of the Service, Sylvester Nwakuche, in a communique signed by Deputy Controller General (Human Resources), Ado Sale, on Monday in Abuja.
Nwakuche praised Osuji’s extensive experience and dedication, saying her leadership would strengthen the service’s communication efforts.
Osuji succeeds Deputy Controller of Corrections Umar Abubakar, who retired on November 19, 2025.
She hails from Owerri-North Local Government Area of Imo State and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations and Advertising from Lagos State University, as well as a Master’s in Public Administration from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology.
Since joining NCoS in 2009 as an Assistant Superintendent of Prisons, Osuji has completed multiple professional courses, including the Internal Security/Low Intensity Conflict Operations Course at the Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji.
Her career includes roles as Assistant Public Relations Officer in the Lagos State and FCT Commands and as Assistant National Public Relations Officer at the headquarters.
Reacting to her appointment, Osuji said:
“I am honoured to take on this new role. I look forward to enhancing the communication strategy of the Nigerian Correctional Service and reinforcing our commitment to transparency and public engagement.”
Before this role, she served as Press Secretary to three Ministers of Interior between 2015 and 2023, and previously worked in the NCoS PR unit at headquarters.
Supporting Ex-Offenders
In related news, the NCoS recently empowered 24 ex-offenders with life skills starter packs to support their reintegration into society.
The initiative, held on November 26, 2025, provided tools for trades such as hairdressing, cosmetology, tailoring, metalwork, fabrication, and laundry.
The Controller General emphasized the initiative’s focus on social justice and rehabilitation, particularly for women and young people, stating:
“This distribution highlights our commitment to facilitating successful reintegration for ex-offenders. We recognise the importance of a gender-responsive approach, especially as we commemorate the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.”
