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DEPARTMENT OF STATE SERVICE DISMISSES OFFICER FOR TAKING BRIBE WHILE ON ELECTION DUTY

“The fact is that when the news broke, the Service initiated a line of investigative actions. These include the search and identification of the said officer; his withdrawal from the duty post and issuance of a memo as applicable to his cadre and rank,” he said.

Penpushing further reports that, the service spokesman said the erring staff was tried in an orderly room and summarily dismissed in line with the Service’s disciplinary procedures, adding that the dismissal was in accordance with the Director General of the Service’s commitment to promote discipline in the Service.

The Public Relations Officer said the department  stance on issues concerning discipline has continued to prove its intolerance for misconduct and discreditable behavior, adding that,”the Service reaffirms its commitment to professionalism, excellence and the rule of law.

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