Nigeria Correctional Service Salary Structure 2025: What Prison Officers Earn by Rank

The Nigeria Correctional Service (formerly known as the Nigerian Prisons Service) is a critical arm of the country’s criminal justice system, responsible for the custody, rehabilitation, and reformation of inmates. With increasing interest in federal government jobs, many Nigerians want to know how much prison officers earn in 2025.

This article breaks down the complete salary structure of the Nigeria Correctional Service, including ranks, monthly pay, allowances, and career progression.

Overview of the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS)

In 2019, the Nigerian Prisons Service was renamed to the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) following a reform initiative. Its functions now include:

• Safe custody of inmates
• Rehabilitation and reformation
• Administration of non-custodial measures (e.g., parole, probation)
• Skill acquisition programs for inmates

Salary Structure of Nigeria Correctional Officers (2025)

Like other paramilitary agencies in Nigeria, the Correctional Service follows the Consolidated Paramilitary Salary Structure (CONPASS). Salaries vary by rank, level, and years of service.

Below is the estimated monthly salary range by rank:

Rank	Monthly Salary Range (₦)
Controller-General of Corrections	₦700,000 – ₦800,000
Deputy Controller-General of Corrections	₦600,000 – ₦700,000
Assistant Controller-General of Corrections	₦500,000 – ₦600,000
Controller of Corrections	₦400,000 – ₦450,000
Deputy Controller of Corrections	₦300,000 – ₦350,000
Assistant Controller of Corrections	₦250,000 – ₦300,000
Chief Superintendent of Corrections	₦200,000 – ₦230,000
Superintendent of Corrections	₦180,000 – ₦210,000
Deputy Superintendent of Corrections	₦160,000 – ₦190,000
Assistant Superintendent I	₦140,000 – ₦160,000
Assistant Superintendent II	₦130,000 – ₦150,000
Inspector of Corrections	₦90,000 – ₦120,000
Assistant Inspector of Corrections	₦80,000 – ₦100,000
Correctional Assistant I	₦65,000 – ₦80,000
Correctional Assistant II	₦55,000 – ₦70,000
Correctional Assistant III	₦45,000 – ₦60,000

Note: Salary figures are estimated and may vary based on location, experience, and federal budget changes.

Benefits and Allowances

In addition to their base salary, correctional officers are entitled to the following:

• Hazard allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Medical insurance
• Pension scheme
• Leave allowance
• Housing/rent subsidy
• Training and promotion incentives

Career Progression and Promotion

Officers in the Correctional Service are promoted based on performance, service years, training, and discipline. Promotion to higher ranks leads to improved salaries and responsibilities, including leadership and management of correctional facilities.

The Nigeria Correctional Service offers a stable and respected career path for those interested in public safety, justice, and rehabilitation. With a transparent rank structure, regular promotions, and government-backed welfare benefits, it is one of the top choices among Nigeria’s paramilitary agencies in 2025.