NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE PARTICIPATES IN INTERNATIONAL CIVIL SERVICE CONFERENCE 2026

The Nigeria Immigration Service participated in the 2026 International Civil Service Conference hosted by the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation at Eagle Square, Abuja.

2. The Honourable Minister of Interior, Hon. Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, led the delegation of Heads of Agencies under the Ministry of Interior. During his presentation, he highlighted the Ministry’s operational activities, achievements, and current reform measures targeted at reinforcing internal security and elevating Service Delivery standards.
3. The Conference convened key figures from Government and Private Sector including Heads of Ministries, Departments, Agencies nationwide, to deliberate on strengthening public service delivery and advancing institutional reforms. It also served as a platform for the Service to engage with delegates, stakeholders, and participants from across the country, promoting stronger public relations and inter-institutional cooperation.
4. In addition, the Service maintained an exhibition booth during the conference to showcase current reforms and their outcomes, while also serving as a dedicated point of contact for inquiries and stakeholder engagement.
5. The Conference wrapped up with various panels and round table sessions where the Service, Key officers from the Ministry of Interior, International Organization for Migration and Nigeria Tourism Development Corporation where they examined the theme “Integrated Migration Management in Nigeria: Challenges, Opportunities, and Strategic Reforms,”. It also focused on practical steps to improve migration governance, boost inter-agency cooperation, and adopt technology-driven solutions.
6. Nigeria Immigration Service participation in the conference underscores its commitment to effective Migration Management, strengthened Border Governance and continuous institutional transformation in line with the Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda and global best practices.

DCI Akinsola Akinlabi
Service Public Relations Officer
Nigeria Immigration Service
Headquarters, Abuja
22nd May, 2026.

The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service, KN Nandap, pcc, mmis, fsmn, fspsp, yesterday 30th April, 2026 received the Vice Chancellor, University of Jos, Professor Tanko Ishaya, accompanied by a high delegation, on a courtesy visit to the Service Headquarters in Abuja.

2. The visit was aimed at strengthening institutional collaboration following the establishment of an Institute of Migration by the University, which is intended to advance research, policy development, and academic engagement on migration-related issues.
3. The Vice-Chancellor stated that the Institute seeks collaboration with the Service in key areas such as Data sharing and capacity building, noting that such partnership would support evidence-based migration governance and enrich policy discourse.
4. In her remarks, the Comptroller-General of Immigration, KN Nandap, pcc, mmis, fsmn, fspsp, described the initiative as a welcome development and a valuable opportunity for the Service. She noted that the Institute could play a critical role in conducting research and generating credible data that would support the Service in policy formulation and strategic planning.
5. The Comptroller-General further stated that while the Service is not opposed to the “Japa” phenomenon, it strongly advocates for safe, orderly, and regular migration. She stated that the partnership will create a valuable platform to sensitize students on proper migration practices, while also exposing them to ongoing reforms and innovations within the Service
6. The Nigeria Immigration Service reaffirms its commitment to partnerships with academic institutions and relevant stakeholders in promoting safe migration practices, strengthening national security, and supporting data-driven policy development.

DCI AS Akinlabi
Service Public Relations Officer
Nigeria Immigration Service Headquarters
Abuja
1st May, 2026