Nigerian Correctional Service Salary Structure and Ranks 2024

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS) is the federal agency responsible for the administration of prisons and correctional facilities in Nigeria. The NCS was formerly known as the Nigerian Prison Service (NPS) until it was renamed and reformed in 2019 by the Nigerian Correctional Service Act.

The NCS has two main divisions: the Custodial Service and the Non-Custodial Service. The Custodial Service is in charge of the custody and rehabilitation of inmates, while the Non-Custodial Service is in charge of the administration of non-custodial measures such as community service, probation, parole, and restorative justice.

The NCS has a hierarchical structure of ranks and salaries for its officers and staff. The ranks are divided into two categories: commissioned officers and non-commissioned officers. Commissioned officers are those who have a degree or diploma from a recognized institution, while non-commissioned officers are those who have a secondary school certificate or equivalent.

The NCS salary structure is based on the Consolidated Paramilitary Salary Structure (CONPASS), which was approved by the Federal Government in 2007. The salary structure reflects the level, rank, and years of service of each officer. The salary structure also includes allowances such as transport, housing, uniform, hazard, and furniture.

NCS Ranks and Salaries

Below is a list of the NCS ranks and salaries for both commissioned and non-commissioned officers as of 2024. The salaries are monthly and do not include allowances.

Non-Commissioned Officers

• Prison Assistant I (PAI): This is the lowest rank in the NCS. The salary range is from #296,506 to #374,259 (level 3 – 5).
• Inspector of Prison (IP): This is the next rank after PAI. The salary range is from #357,385 to #411,454 (level 6).
• Senior Inspector of Prison (SIP): This is the rank above IP. The salary range is from #483,014 to #567,065 (level 7).
• Assistant Superintendent of Prison II (ASPII): This is the first rank for commissioned officers. The salary range is from #858,956 to #986,991 (level 8).
• Assistant Superintendent of Prison I (ASPI): This is the rank above ASPII. The salary range is from #939,310 to #1,056,416 (level 9).

Commissioned Officers

• Deputy Superintendent of Prison (DSP): This is the rank above ASPI. The salary range is from #1,012,562 to #1,143,539 (level 10).
• Superintendent of Prison (SP): This is the rank above DSP. The salary range is from #1,094,027 to #1,252,038 (level 11).
• Chief Superintendent of Prison (CSP): This is the rank above SP. The salary range is from #1,158,172 to #1,325,234 (level 12).
• Assistant Comptroller of Prison (ACP): This is the rank above CSP. The salary range is from #1,225,584 to #1,405,449 (level 13).
• Deputy Comptroller of Prison (DCP): This is the rank above ACP. The salary range is from #1,619,447 to #1,825,589 (level 14).
• Comptroller of Prison (CP): This is the rank above DCP. The salary range is from #1,759,921 to #1,966,281 (level 15).
• Assistant Comptroller General of Prison (ACGP): This is the second-highest rank in the NCS. The salary range is from #2,272,288 to #2,464,560 (level 16).
• Deputy Comptroller General of Prison (DCGP): This is the highest rank in the NCS. The salary is consolidated.
• Comptroller General of Prison (CGP): This is the head of the NCS. The salary is consolidated.

Conclusion

The Nigerian Correctional Service is a vital agency that contributes to the maintenance of law and order in Nigeria. The NCS officers and staff are paid according to their ranks and levels in line with the CONPASS salary structure. The NCS ranks and salaries are subject to review and adjustment by the Federal Government from time to time.