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.

PRESS RELEASE
NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE ANNOUNCES UPWARD REVIEW OF NIGERIAN STANDARD PASSPORT FEES.

In a bid to uphold the quality and integrity of the Nigerian Passport, the Nigeria Immigration Service hereby announces an upward review of Nigerian Stardard Passport fees, set to take effect on 1st September, 2025.

2. The review which only affect Passport Application fees made in Nigeria, now set a new fee thresholds for 32-page with 5-year validity at N100,000 and 64-page with 10-year validity at N200,000.

3. Meanwhile, Nigerian Passport Application fees made by Nigerians in diaspora remain unchanged at $150 for 32-page with 5-year validity and $230 for 64-page with 10-year validity.

4. The Service reiterates its commitment to balancing quality service delivery with the need to ensure Passport services are accessible to all Nigerians.

e-Signed
ACI AS AKINLABI
SERVICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE HEADQUARTERS,
ABUJA.
28TH AUGUST, 2025

NIS ORGANIZES SENSITIZATION WORKSHOP ON IMPLEMENTATION OF NIGERIA VISA POLICY 2025 FOR RETIRED OFFICERS AND FREE TRADE ZONE OPERATORS

The Nigeria Immigration Service held a sensitization engagement yesterday, 22nd August, 2025, for retired Immigration officers and operators of Free Trade Zones in Lagos and Ogun states, promoting synergy and information sharing.

The Comptroller General, KN Nandap, pcc, mmis, fsmn was represented by ACG FU Nwanneka, mni, in-charge Visa and Residency Directorate who delivered the keynote address which harped on the need for all stakeholders to key into the new policy as the government revamps and digitizes Nigeria visa application process.The Zonal Coordinator for Zone A, ACG EL Anugwa pcc, fsi, fcna welcomed and engaged all participants.

Presentations seamlessly linked policy and operations, highlighting NARIO’s valuable advisory role. Technical sessions delivered comprehensive insights into critical topics, from e-Visa and Regular Visa, e-Cerpac, e-TWP, to Landing/Exit Card and Amnesty, providing a thorough understanding of policy and workflow intricacies.

The successful conclusion of the Lagos stakeholders’ engagement has further deepened NIS collaboration with business regulators and NARIO.