NIS Leads the Future of Digital Governance: Double Honours at the Bureau of Public Service Reforms (The Presidency), State House Awards Night, Held October 10  2025.

The Nigeria Immigration Service has been honoured by the Bureau of Public Service Reforms as the Best Federal MDA in Public Service Automation, in recognition of its exceptional strides in digital transformation, process innovation, and technology-driven Service Delivery, setting a national benchmark for efficiency and transparency in governance.

At the same event, the Comptroller-General of Immigration, KN Nandap, pcc, mmis, fsmn, received the Distinguished GovTech Trailblazer’s Award for her visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to advancing the Service’s digital modernization agenda.

Assistant Comptroller-General PC Ogbodo, pcc, who heads the Gender and Welfare Unit, received the awards on behalf of the Service and the Comptroller-General of Immigration, expressing appreciation to the Bureau of Public Service Reforms and reaffirming the Service’s dedication to continuous innovation and excellence in governance.

The Nigeria Immigration Service remains resolutely committed to aligning with global best practices, harnessing digital innovation, and delivering world-class service.

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ACI AS Akinlabi
Service Public Relations Officer
Nigeria Immigration Service Headquarters, Abuja
13th October, 2025.

PASSING OUT PARADE AND PRESIDENTIAL COMMISSIONING OF THE 50TH SUPERINTENDENT BASIC COURSE: 689 CADETS COMMISSIONED AS OFFICERS.

The Nigeria Immigration Service today held the Passing Out Parade and Presidential Commissioning of the 50th Superintendent Basic Course at the Immigration Training School, Kano. A total of 689 cadets who successfully completed the course were officially commissioned as Officers of the Service.

2. The Commandant of the Immigration Training School, Kano, ACG Idris Ozigi Akande, pcc+, fsi, mnim, mspsp, expressed gratitude to the Comptroller-General, KN Nandap pcc mmis fsmn for her exceptional support in enhancing the institution. He noted that the improved facilities have been instrumental in producing quality officers who are not only operationally sound, but also well-equipped with the knowledge and character required to meet contemporary Migration and Border Management demands.
3. The Comptroller-General, KN Nandap pcc, mmis, fsmn during her speech appreciated His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and the Honorable Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, for their support and reform-driven leadership in transforming the Service to a modern, technology driven agency. She urged the newly commissioned officers to serve as vigilant, firm, and strong defenders of the nation’s borders, while balancing their duty with courtesy, fairness, integrity, and professionalism.
4. The reviewing officer, the Honourable Minister of Interior Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo ably represented by the Secretary to Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board, Maj. Gen AM Jibril Rtd congratulated the newly commissioned officers, affirming that Nigeria has entered a new era of immigration management driven by digital innovation, efficiency, and citizen-centered service. He charged the officers to embody these reforms by upholding professionalism, embracing innovation, and driving solutions to Nigeria’s Migration and Border Management challenges.

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ACI AS Akinlabi
Service Public Relations Officer
Nigeria Immigration Service Headquarters, Abuja
27th September, 2025

PRESS RELEASE

SIX DISTINGUISHED SENIOR OFFICERS DECORATED AS DEPUTY-COMPTROLLERS GENERAL IN THE NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE

The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Service Board (CDCFIB), under the Ministry of Interior, has decorated a new set of Deputy Comptrollers, Controllers and Commandants General (DCGs), among whom are six distinguished officers of the Nigeria Immigration Service: DCG N Odikpo, DCG AS Rano, DCG FU Nwaneka, DCG SB Daura, DCG DM Bagari, DCG A Obanime, and DCG SA Rano.

2. Delivering his opening remarks, the Secretary of the CDCFIB, Maj. Gen. (Rtd) A.M. Jibril, warmly congratulated the appointees and highlighted the far-reaching significance of their elevation, describing it as a milestone that will strengthen leadership within the Service and open doors for greater career advancement, to which they were subsequently invited and decorated by the Honourable Minister of Interior.
3. The Honourable Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, during his closing remarks reaffirmed that the appointments were anchored on merit, urging the newly promoted DCGs to demonstrate greater commitment and leadership as they support the CGI in discharging her duty of building a strong, verifiable institution while also enhancing National Security and service excellence. He further pledged the Federal Government’s unwavering commitment to ensuring officers’ steady career growth and progression within the Service
4. Responding on behalf of the decorated officers, DCG N Odikpo expressed deep appreciation to His Excellency, President Bola Tinubu, GCFR for the trust and confidence reposed in them. She also thanked the Honourable Minister and the CDCFIB Secretary for their roles in the process, pledging that the newly elevated DCGs will work diligently to justify their appointments and contribute positively to National Security. ⁠
   ACI AS AKINLABI
   SERVICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
   NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE HEADQUARTERS,
   ABUJA.
   25TH SEPTEMBER, 2025

The Comptroller-General of Immigration, KN Nandap, pcc, mmis, fsmn, received the Honourable Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, and the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, to the Service Headquarters in Abuja today, where they inspected the newly built Centralized Passport Personalization Center.

The delegation toured the facility, accompanied by technical partners who provided detailed briefings on each unit within the state-of-the-art center. Journalists were also present, gaining first-hand insight into this significant milestone in passport administration.

This world-class facility, equipped with cutting-edge technology is designed to put an end to production of passports across multiple centres and centralization in one location. This will significantly boost passport production capacity and streamline the process for Nigerians seeking passports by reducing their waiting time.

The Honorable Minister described the new passport center as a long-awaited achievement, marking a significant milestone for the NIS since 1963. He expressed gratitude to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for his unwavering support, noting that the center will boost daily passport production from 300 to 5,000 units, aligning with global standards. This upgrade is expected to eliminate backlogs and delays, ensuring Nigerians receive their passports in record time.

The Nigeria Immigration Service remains firmly committed to delivering seamless, transparent, and efficient passport services to all Nigerians worldwide, ensuring timely delivery and exceptional service.

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ACI AS AKINLABI
SERVICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE
HEADQUARTERS, ABUJA
18TH SEPTEMBER 2025

NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE HOLDS VALEDICTORY SESSION IN HONOUR OF DEPUTY COMPTROLLER GENERAL (DCG) MT UMAR (RTD)

A valedictory session was held at the Nigeria Immigration Service Headquarters in honor of Deputy Comptroller General, ICT and Cybersecurity Directorate, Mohammed Tukur Umar pcc+ fsi, recognizing his 35years of dedicated service to the Nation.

The Comptroller-General, KN Nandap, pcc, mmis, fsmn, represented by Deputy Comptroller General, Works and Logistics Directorate, AJ Umanah, lauded the retiring DCG for his exemplary and remarkable dedication, commitment, and service to the NIS and the Nation. She wished him a fulfilling post-service life marked by success and happiness.

The valedictory ceremony was a celebration of the Deputy Comptroller General’s distinguished career, bringing together NIS top management, colleagues, family, and friends to pay tribute to his remarkable service and wishing him all the best in his future pursuits.

ACI AS AKINLABI
SERVICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE HEADQUARTERS, ABUJA.
3RD SEPTEMBER, 2025.

NIS PARTNERS GERMAN FEDERAL POLICE, RECEIVES 40 WALKIE-TALKIE RADIOS TO STRENGTHEN OPERATIONAL CAPACITY

The Nigeria Immigration Service has received forty (40) pieces of Motorola DP4801e Walkie-Talkie Radios donated by the German Federal Police, as part of the ongoing cooperation between both institutions. The official handing-over ceremony took place on 4th August, 2025, at the Service Headquarters, Abuja.

2. Representing the German Embassy at the ceremony were Mr. Felix Haala, Press Counsellor, and Miss Roil Ukwu, Press Communication Officer, on behalf of the German Federal Police.
3. The Comptroller General, KN Nandap, pcc, mmis, fsmn through the Comptroller for Bilateral and Multilateral engagements AD Crown, expressed appreciation to the German Government for the donation, noting that the equipments will go a long way in boosting communication efficiency, strengthening field operations, and supporting the Service’s broader mandate of ensuring Border Security and effective Migration Management.
4. This engagement further cements the strategic partnership between Nigeria and Germany, while reinforcing shared commitments to security cooperation and improved Migration Governance.

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ACI AS Akinlabi
Service Public Relations Officer
Nigeria Immigration Service Headquarters, Abuja
4th August, 2025

The Comptroller General, KN Nandap, pcc, mmis, fsmn, was ably represented by Deputy Comptroller General Works and Logistics, AJ Umanah, alongside members of NIS Top Management, during a strategic meeting with the Czech Junior Deputy Minister of Defence, Mr. Radka Konderlova, and his accompanying delegation at the Service Headquarters.

The meeting aimed to strengthen collaboration between both agencies, focusing on shared security concerns and leveraging in their respective expertise to tackle pressing challenges. Discussions centered on enhancing border security, capacity building for NIS officers, intelligence sharing, and harnessing technological innovations to improve Service Delivery and National Security.

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ACI AS AKINLABI

Service Public Relations Officer

Nigeria Immigration Service Headquarters, Abuja

20th August, 2025

CGI KEMI NANNA NANDAP ATTENDS SIR AHMADU BELLO MEMORIAL FOUNDATION ORGANIZED INTERACTIVE SESSION ON GOVERNMENT- CITIZEN DIALOGUE, HIGHLIGHTS KEY IMMIGRATION REFORMS IN LINE WITH THE RENEWED HOPE AGENDA

The Comptroller General of Immigration, KN Nandap, pcc, mmis, fsmn, attended a 2-Day Interactive Session on Government-Citizen Engagement, themed “Assessing Electoral Promises: Fostering Government–Citizen Engagement for National Unity,” held from July 29–30, 2025, at Arewa House, Kaduna.

The high-level forum, organized by the prestigious Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation, convened prominent national figures. The Governor of Kwara State, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, CON, represented the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, while the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, CON, led the Federal Government delegation. Other participants included the Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Uba Sani, CON, alongside other State Governors, top government functionaries, Defence and Security Chiefs, Heads of MDAs, and Civil Society Leaders.

The dialogue featured in-depth plenary sessions on National Security, Governance and Economy, Infrastructure, Human Capital Development, Agriculture and Food Security. It aimed at reviewing electoral commitments under the Renewed Hope Agenda of the President, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.

Speaking during the plenary on National Security, the Comptroller General outlined major immigration reforms under the Renewed Hope Agenda. These include: Enhanced Border Surveillance and Implementation of e-Border Solutions, Establishment of a Command-and-Control Centre, Enhancing Migration Policies (Revised Nigeria’s Visa Policy), Man Power Development, Reinvigorated Border Governance practice and community-driven social interventions, as strategic efforts to deepen citizen trust and promote National cohesion.

The platform provided the Service the opportunity to reaffirm its dedication to citizen-centric engagement—fostering a culture of continuous dialogue between citizens and government institutions.

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ACI AS AKINLABI
SERVICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE HEADQUARTERS, ABUJA.
30TH JULY, 2025

The Nigeria Immigration Service, under the leadership of the Comptroller-General, KN Nandap, pcc, mmis, fsmn, commenced a three-day workshop for Passport Control and Front Desk Officers at the Service Headquarters, Abuja. Themed “Strengthening Identity Management Through Innovations in Passport Administration”. This workshop is part of the Service’s commitment to enhancing passport integrity, digital transformation, and service efficiency.

In her address, the CGIS charged officers to uphold the sanctity of the Nigerian passport, emphasizing thorough vetting, professionalism, and ethical conduct during issuance processes. She noted that every passport issued represents a formal endorsement of citizenship and must be handled with utmost responsibility.

The CGIS reaffirmed the Service’s zero-tolerance policy on corruption, reiterating that officers must uphold the integrity of the Nigerian passport and provide exceptional service to citizens. She further encouraged officers to actively participate in the training, acquire actionable strategies, and return to their posts empowered to deliver world-class service.

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ACI AS AKINLABI
Service Public Relations Officer,
Nigeria Immigration Service
Headquarters, Abuja
23rd July, 2025

Yesterday, the Comptroller-General KN Nandap, pcc,mmis, fsmn, was ably represented by Assistant Comptroller General EL Anugwa, psc, pcc, fsi, fcna, Zone A Coordinator, at the graduating ceremony of 11th Staff Course, Immigration Command and Staff College (ICSC) Sokoto.

The Commandant, ICSC, CIS M. Muazu, congratulated the 71 graduates and the 2 officers who were recognized for their exemplary academic performance urging them all to lead with integrity. He also appreciated the Comptroller-General, staff, and stakeholders for their support.

The ceremony was attended by dignitaries, including Representatives of the Governor of Sokoto State and the Sultan of Sokoto, as well as Heads and representatives of sister security agencies in Sokoto. They commended the graduating officers and the Nigeria Immigration Service for their contributions to National Development

The Comptroller-General, through her representative, Assistant Comptroller General EL Anugwa, reiterated the Service’s commitment to investing in officers through capacity-building initiatives and urged the graduating officers to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity in all their duties.

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ACI AS AKINLABI
Service Public Relations Officer
Nigeria Immigration Service Headquarters, Abuja
11th July, 2025