The Nigerian Correctional Service has made history with the appointment of Chief Superintendent of Corrections Jane Osuji as its new Service Public Relations Officer — the first woman ever to hold the position since the organisation was established.
Controller General Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche approved the appointment, which was announced in a statement issued by Deputy Controller General of Corrections Ado Sale, who oversees Human Resources. It follows the retirement of the former spokesperson, Deputy Controller of Corrections Umar Abubakar, on 19 November 2025.
Osuji, a seasoned officer with more than two decades of experience, steps into the role with a reputation for professionalism, grit and strategic communication. Until her appointment, she served as Deputy Controller of Corrections in charge of Operations at the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Lagos.
A graduate of Lagos State University, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations and Advertising, she also holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso.
Her career within the Service spans critical public affairs and operational assignments. She has previously served as Public Relations Officer for both the Lagos and FCT Commands, Assistant National Public Relations Officer at the NCoS National Headquarters, and Press Secretary to three successive Ministers of Interior between 2015 and 2023.
The Service described her elevation as a well-deserved recognition of her “extensive professional experience” in public engagement and strategic communication, noting that her appointment signals a renewed commitment to modern, responsive and inclusive communication within the NCoS.
Osuji is expected to bring her trademark discipline, sharp communication style and deep institutional knowledge to the role as she becomes the public face of the Nigerian Correctional Service.
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