UNITED KINGDOM SPECIAL PASSPORT INTERVENTION EXERCISE: WEEK ONE REVIEW

The Nigeria Immigration Service Special Passport Intervention Exercise in the United Kingdom has recorded remarkable progress in its first week, with a total of 2,296 applicants successfully enrolled across the London and Manchester Centers.

2. The exercise commenced on 7th September, 2026 and has witnessed sustained turnout and the steady processing of applicants with confirmed appointments across the London and Manchester Centers.
3. Within the first six operational days, a total of 2,296 applicants were successfully enrolled. A breakdown shows 587 applicants processed at the London Centre and 1,709 applicants processed at the Manchester Centre.
4. The daily enrolment figures across both Centers are as follows:
   📅 7th Sept: 245
   📅 8th Sept: 401
   📅 9th Sept: 396
   📅 10th Sept: 429
   📅 11th Sept: 406
   📅 12th Sept: 419
5. As part of efforts to ensure effective oversight and quality Service Delivery, the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service, KN Nandap, pcc, fsmn, undertook a working visit to the Special Passport Intervention Centers in Manchester and London. The visit was to assess the exercise firsthand, interface with members of the Nigerian community, and to ensure that the intervention delivers efficient, responsive and seamless passport services to all applicants.
6. The exercise continues at the London and Manchester Centers. Applicants with confirmed intervention appointments are assured of service. Passport production and dispatch for enrolled applicants have commenced and are progressing steadily.
7. The Nigeria Immigration Service appreciates the patience, understanding and cooperation of members of the Nigerian community in the United Kingdom throughout the exercise. The Service further urges all applicants to continue cooperating with officials on ground to ensure the smooth and efficient delivery of the intervention.

DCI Akinsola Akinlabi
Service Public Relations Officer
Nigeria Immigration Service
Headquarters, Abuja.
14th September, 2026

NIS PARTICIPATES IN SUB-FORUM ON MIGRATION MANAGEMENT COOPERATION IN CHINA

The Nigeria Immigration Service participated in the Sub-Forum on Migration Management Cooperation held in Lianyungang, Jiangsu Province China from 8th to 11th September 2026. The event, where over 2000 participants from 139 countries and organisations gathered, focused on strengthening International cooperation in Migration Management and addressing emerging transnational challenges.

2. As part of activities lined up for the international event, the Comptroller-General of Immigration, KN Nandap, pcc, fsmn on the 9th September, 2026, held a bilateral meeting with the National Immigration Administration of China, where both institutions discussed issues of mutual interest and explored opportunities to strengthen collaboration through technical exchanges, information sharing and capacity-building initiatives.
3. The second day of the event featured country presentations on migration policy initiatives and efforts to strengthen cooperation among member countries in addressing irregular migration and transnational organised crime. The programme also featured parallel sessions on Smart Digital Services and Administration for Foreigners and Advancing Document Verification, Technology and Intelligence Sharing for Secure Borders.
4. The NIS also participated in the latter session, where it contributed to a roundtable discussion on Nigeria’s role in combating document fraud and falsification of records, highlighting the efforts of the Service in strengthening document verification and Border Security.
5. The Nigeria Immigration Service reaffirms its commitment to strengthening international partnerships, intelligence sharing and technical cooperation in promoting secure borders and effective Migration Management.

e-Signed
DCI Akinsola Akinlabi
Service Public Relations Officer
Nigeria Immigration Service
Headquarters, Abuja.
13th September, 2026

NIS STRENGTHENS SENIOR LEADERSHIP CAPACITY THROUGH HOSTMANSHIP PROGRAMME IN THE HAGUE

In furtherance of its commitment at enhancing capacity building, leadership development and people-centred Service Delivery, Nigeria Immigration Service Senior Management Officers participated in a four-day Hostmanship Senior Leadership Programme in The Hague, Kingdom of the Netherlands.

2. The Comptroller-General of Immigration, KN Nandap, pcc, fsmn, and five other very senior officers of the Service participated in the training held from 31st August to 3rd September 2026. The programme was organized by the Repatriation and Departure Service (R&DS) of the Ministry of Justice and Security, Kingdom of the Netherlands, as part of the continued partnership between both institutions.
3. Focused on Hostmanship as a leadership philosophy and its application in shaping organisational culture, decision-making and the experience of people who interact with the Service. Participants also explored the foundational philosophy of Hostmanship, leadership approaches for driving organisational change, and practical strategies for embedding Hostmanship across the Service, including development of participants action-plan for implementation within their respective areas of responsibility.
4. The Nigeria Immigration Service extends its appreciation to the Ministry of Justice and Security of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, specifically to the Repatriation and Departure Service, for their sustained partnership and support.
5. The NIS remains committed to building a modern, professional, responsive and people-centred immigration institution, while continuously exploring fruitful partnerships and adopting international best practices that strengthens Service Delivery and boosts public confidence and trust.

e-Signed
DCI Akinsola Akinlabi
Service Public Relations Officer
Nigeria Immigration Service Headquarters, Abuja
4th September, 2026

NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE HOSTS TRENDAI/TREND MICRO DELEGATION, EXPLORES STRATEGIC CYBERSECURITY PARTNERSHIP

1. The Nigeria Immigration Service received a delegation from TrendAI/Trend Micro at its Headquarters in Abuja on 1st September 2026. The visit was aimed at strengthening collaboration on cybersecurity architecture, AI integration, and data security.
2. The delegation, led by Mr. Assad Arabi, Managing Director, Africa and Venture Markets, highlighted Trend Micro’s extensive global expertise in cybersecurity architecture and emphasised that the company is seeking a long-term strategic partnership with the NIS rather than a transactional product sale. They proposed supporting the Service through continuous technical advisory, capacity building, and the integration of their Trend Vision One cybersecurity platform to protect critical NIS digital infrastructure and information systems.
3. The Comptroller General of Immigration, KN Nandap, pcc, fsmn, represented by the DCG Visa and Residency, F.U. Nwanneka, welcomed the exploratory collaboration and technical engagement, and emphasised the importance of leveraging strategic technology partnerships to strengthen the Service’s digital infrastructure, cybersecurity posture, and overall operational efficiency.
4. The engagement featured robust discussions on data privacy, system compatibility, capacity building for NIS ICT personnel, and technical advisory services.
5. The visit further underscored the NIS commitment to embracing innovation, Artificial Intelligence, and advanced cybersecurity solutions to safeguard critical data, enhance operational efficiency, and strengthen secure Service Delivery.
6. The Nigeria Immigration Service remains committed to building strategic partnerships with relevant technology and security stakeholders towards developing a secure, resilient, and digitally advanced Immigration Service, capable of responding effectively to emerging cybersecurity threats and the evolving demands of modern Border Security and Migration Management.

DCI Akinsola Akinlabi
Service Public Relations Officer
Nigeria Immigration Service
Headquarters, Abuja
2nd September, 2026

NIS CELEBRATES OUTSTANDING SPORTING ACHIEVEMENTS OF ITS OFFICERS.

The Nigeria Immigration Service celebrates two remarkable feats by two Officers who have distinguished themselves on the global and continental sporting stage.

ASI 1 Azeez Moridiyyah Motunrayo proudly emerged as World Champion and Gold Medallist in the W50 Masters Javelin event at the ongoing World Masters Athletics Competition in South Korea.

Similarly, ASI Kayode Ajilore led the Nigeria Continental Beach Volleyball contingent to a historic double achievement at the African Beach Volleyball Continental Championship — securing Nigeria’s first-ever continental title in the competition and, in the process, earning Nigeria its first-ever Olympic qualification ticket in Beach Volleyball for the LA 2028 Olympic Games.

CGI KN Nandap, pcc, fsmn on behalf of the officers and men celebrates these remarkable sporting achievements, which have brought immense pride to the Nigeria Immigration Service and Nigeria as a whole. These accomplishments exemplify the spirit of excellence, dedication, resilience and national pride that continues to distinguish our officers and representatives on the global stage.

e-Signed
DCI Akinsola Akinlabi
Service Public Relations Officer
Nigeria Immigration Service Headquarters, Abuja
26th August, 2026

NIS REPOSITIONS AIRPORT OPERATIONS FOR PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE AND ENHANCED SERVICE DELIVERY THROUGH CAPACITY BUILDING

The Nigeria Immigration Service, under the leadership of the Comptroller-General of Immigration, KN Nandap, pcc, fsmn, has successfully concluded a two-week capacity-building training for personnel of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport Command, Abuja. The training, a first in a series designed for personnel of NIS airport formations across the country was held from 28th July to 7th August 2026 at the Shehu Shagari Conference Hall, Service Headquarters. It focused on strengthening operational efficiency, professionalism, ethical conduct and Service Delivery.

2. Themed “Repositioning NIS Airport Operations for Professional Excellence, Ethical Conduct and Enhanced Service Delivery,” the training was executed to instill practical knowledge and skills in passenger profiling, visa and entry verification, passenger and crew clearance, queue management, MIDAS and e-Gates, apron operations, hostmanship, ethical conduct and anti-corruption practices.
3. The capacity-building programme was introduced in response to the evolving demands of modern airport operations, increased passenger traffic, and the growing use of technology in border management. It is designed to ensure that NIS personnel are adequately equipped to effectively address emerging operational challenges.
4. The Nigeria Immigration Service remains committed to continuously improving its airport operations through professional capacity development, innovation, accountability and adherence to global best practices, tailored towards effective Border Security and enhancing international travelers experience.

e-Signed
DCI Akinsola Akinlabi
Service Public Relations Officer
Nigeria Immigration Service Headquarters, Abuja
8th August, 2026

NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE RECEIVES OPERATIONAL VEHICLES TO STRENGTHEN OPERATIONAL CAPACITY

The Nigeria Immigration Service hosted a delegation from the German Federal Police, led by Mr. Neils Zimmermann, Head of Department 42, at the Service Headquarters, Sauka, Abuja. The visit also featured formal handover of operational vehicles to the Service, underscoring the growing partnership between both institutions.

2. The Comptroller-General of Immigration, KN Nandap, pcc, fsmn, welcomed the delegation and described the partnership as a testament to the strong bilateral relationship between Nigeria and Germany. She commended German Government for the kind gesture and noted that the donated operational vehicles would significantly enhance the Service’s operational mobility and effectiveness in the discharge of its statutory responsibilities.

3. In his remarks, Mr. Neils Zimmermann, Head of Department 42, German Federal Police, reaffirmed Germany’s commitment to supporting the Nigeria Immigration Service in strengthening institutional capacity and promoting effective Migration Management. He expressed confidence that the collaboration would continue to yield mutual benefits in addressing transnational migration challenges.

4. The donation of the operational vehicles underscore the enduring partnership between the Nigeria Immigration Service and the German Federal Police, reflecting their shared commitment to strengthening Border Security, enhancing operational capacity, and promoting safe, orderly, and regular migration.

e-Signed
DCI AS Akinlabi
Service Public Relations Officer
Nigeria Immigration Service Headquarters, Abuja
30th July, 2026

NIS, NETHERLANDS STRENGTHEN PARTNERSHIP WITH DONATION OF EQUIPMENT TO ENHANCE HOSTMANSHIP UNIT OPERATIONS

The Nigeria Immigration Service and the Repatriation and Departure Service (R&DS) of the Ministry of Justice and Security of the Kingdom of the Netherlands have further strengthened their longstanding partnership with the donation of specialised equipment to the NIS Hostmanship Unit. The equipment was presented during a ceremony at the Service Headquarters, Abuja, on Monday, 27th July, 2026, reaffirming both institutions’ shared commitment to institutional capacity building and service excellence.

2. Receiving the equipment on behalf of the Service, the Comptroller-General of Immigration, KN Nandap, pcc, fsmn, described the gesture as another landmark in the over two decades of collaboration between the Nigeria Immigration Service and the Kingdom of the Netherlands. She noted that the equipment represents a strategic investment in institutional excellence, professionalism, and a culture of courtesy, empathy, and outstanding service. She also expressed confidence that the donation would further enhance the Unit’s training capacity, operational efficiency, and the institutionalisation of the Hostmanship philosophy across the Service, where every officer is inspired to make people feel welcomed, respected, and valued at every point of contact.
3. The Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Abuja, Mr. Ronald Sonnemans, described the partnership with the Nigeria Immigration Service as a model of sustained international cooperation, reaffirming the Netherlands’ commitment to supporting initiatives that strengthen Migration Management and institutional capacity.
4. The collaboration between the two institutions has, to date, resulted in the training of hundreds of NIS officers, the creation of a dedicated Hostmanship Unit, and sustained capacity-building under the European Union-funded Capacity Building and Relationship Management (CBR) Project. This new support further reflects both institutions’ determination to strengthen Migration Management through innovation, knowledge sharing, strategic partnership, and a shared commitment to delivering memorable service experiences that inspire public confidence and trust.
5. The Service extends its profound gratitude to the Government of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, and specifically to the Repatriation and Departure Service, for its consistent support and confidence in the Service’s reform agenda. The Service further reaffirms its commitment to the judicious use of the donated equipment and remains committed to Hostmanship ideals.

DCI Akinsola Akinlabi, anipr
Service Public Relations Officer,
Nigeria Immigration Service,
Service Headquarters, Abuja
27th July, 2026