Mr Theophilus Okoka has assumed duty as the new controller of corrections, the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Akwa Ibom State Command.
In a statement issued by the command’s spokesperson, ASC Richard Metong in Uyo on Tuesday, the new controller assumed duty on Monday, December 8, following the retirement of the immediate past controller, Frank Okonkwo from active service.
The statement said the outgoing Controller, CC Frank Okonkwo, in his remarks expressed gratitude to God, the Federal Government, the Service leadership, officers and men of the Command for the cooperation and support he received throughout his tenure.
He charged the personnel to extend the same level of loyalty and professionalism to his successor for the continued progress of the Command.
It also stated that the new Controller, CC Theophilus Okoka, in his acceptance speech pledged to sustain the gains recorded by his predecessor while strengthening security, staff welfare, and inmate reformation in line with the core mandates of the Nigerian Correctional Service.
He called for the cooperation of officers and men, stakeholders, and the general public to achieve effective custodial management and successful non-custodial operations across the State.