The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has announced the appointment of Chief Superintendent of Corrections Jane Osuji as its new Public Relations Officer. The appointment, which takes immediate effect, was approved by the Controller General of the NCoS, Sylvester Nwakuche. Osuji succeeds Deputy Controller of Corrections Umar Abubakar, who retired from service on November 19, 2025.
A native of Imo State, Osuji holds a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations and Advertising from Lagos State University and a Master’s in Public Administration from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology. Her appointment marks a significant milestone for the NCoS, as she becomes the first woman to occupy the position of Service Public Relations Officer.
Osuji enlisted in the then Nigerian Prisons Service in 2009 as an Assistant Superintendent of Prisons II and has since completed all mandatory courses for her cadre. She has also undertaken several specialized trainings, including the Internal Security and Low-Intensity Conflict Operations Course at the Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji. Her career trajectory includes notable roles such as Assistant Public Relations Officer in the Lagos State Command, Public Relations Officer of the FCT Command, and Assistant National Public Relations Officer at the Service Headquarters.
Prior to her appointment, Osuji served as Press Secretary to three Ministers of Interior between 2015 and 2023, contributing significantly to public communication efforts within the ministry. She was also a member of the Public Relations Unit at the NCoS Headquarters in Abuja. With her wealth of experience and expertise in public relations, Osuji is well-equipped to handle the demands of her new role.
The appointment of Osuji as the NCoS Public Relations Officer is a significant development for the service, marking a new era in its communication strategy. As the first woman to occupy the position, she is expected to bring a fresh perspective to the role. The NCoS has been working to enhance its public image and improve its relationship with stakeholders, and Osuji’s appointment is seen as a step in the right direction. With her experience and expertise, she is expected to play a key role in shaping the service’s communication strategy and promoting its activities to the public.
