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

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 Nigeria Immigration Service top management attended the opening ceremony of the 2025 Ministers’ Conference of the Ministry of Interior themed “From Plan to Result – Strengthening Institutional Performance in the Ministry of Interior.” held on 28th August 2025, at Zuma Rock Resort, Suleja, Niger State.

The high-level conference, organized by the Honourable Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, convened 58 senior officers from agencies under the Ministry, all Directors, and members of the Board led by the Secretary Maj. Gen A.M. Jebiri(RtD). Also in attendance was the Special Adviser to the President on Policy and Coordination, Mrs. Hadiza Bala Usman.

The conference facilitated comprehensive discussions on the theme, exploring innovations, reforms, and performance enhancements to optimize the Ministry and its agencies’ efficiency and Service Delivery.

In his keynote address, the Honorable Minister, stressed the imperative of innovation and reforms to boost institutional performance and achieve tangible outcomes. While acknowledging existing challenges, he commended the progress made by agencies and encouraged stakeholders to remain committed to excellence and enhanced Service Delivery, aligning with the Renewed Hope Agenda’s vision for a better future.

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

The Comptroller General, Nigeria Immigration Service, KN Nandap, pcc, mmis, fsmn, received a delegation from the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Foundation, led by its Deputy Secretary General and Chief Operating Officer, Mr Stephen Peck on a courtesy visit to the NIS Headquarters.

The engagement aimed to establish a synergy with the Nigeria Immigration Service, particularly in the facilitation of immigration documentation, as Nigeria prepares to host the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Forum 2025 in Lagos, bringing together around 400 distinguished delegates from over 60 nations.

The Comptroller General, KN Nandap, pcc, mmis, fsmn, represented by the Deputy Comptroller General of Works and Logistics, AJ Umanah, assured the delegation of the Service’s commitment to providing the necessary support to ensure a seamless immigration process for all participants. She emphasized the Service’s dedication to contributing to the success of international events that foster economic and diplomatic development thereby promoting Nigeria’s global profile.

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ACI AS AKINLABI
SERVICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE HEADQUARTERS,
ABUJA.
4TH JULY, 2025

The Comptroller General, Nigeria Immigration Service, KN Nandap, pcc, mmis, fsmn, received a delegation from Chevron Nigeria Limited, led by The General Manager of Policy, Government and Public Affairs, Mr. Oduselu Olusoga, on a courtesy visit to the NIS Headquarters..

The engagement aimed to reinforce the existing partnership between Chevron Nigeria Limited and the NIS, with discussions centered on enhancing continuous synergy in areas of mutual interest, particularly in the facilitation of expatriate operations and immigration compliance.

The Comptroller-General KN Nandap pcc, mmis, fsmn represented by Deputy Comptroller General Works and Logistics, AJ Umanah assured the Chevron delegation of NIS’ readiness to provide the necessary support to promote ease of doing business, National Security, and economic development.

PRESS STATEMENT

NIS PARTNERS DUTCH GOVERNMENT, RECEIVES EDISON SOFTWARE LICENSE KEYS AND THE PASSPORT EXAMINATION PROGRAM MANUAL (PEPM III) APP TO ENHANCE MIGRATION MANAGEMENT

Sequel to a working visit to the Netherlands earlier this year by the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (CGIS), KN Nandap, pcc, mmis, fsmn, the Service received a Dutch delegation led by Mr. J. Bartelink, Chargé D’Affaires of the Embassy of the Netherlands, at the Service Headquarters, Abuja, for a high-level strategic meeting aimed at deepening migration cooperation between both countries.

2. The visit focused on enhancing bilateral collaboration on Migration Management, reviewing ongoing capacity-building efforts, and formalizing the handover of critical operational resources, including the Edison Software license keys and the Passport Examination Program Manual (PEPM III) App, to the Nigeria Immigration Service.
3. Mr. Bartelink reaffirmed the Netherlands’ commitment to supporting Nigeria’s ongoing reforms in Migration governance and border security. He lauded the long-standing partnership between both countries and emphasized the importance of sustained cooperation in addressing global Migration challenges.
4. Also, part of the delegation was Mr. Rob Bokhoven, Director of International Affairs, Repatriation and Deportation Services, Ministry of Justice and Security of the Netherlands. He reiterated the strength of the bilateral relationship and announced plans to share a mobile border software program with the NIS—an initiative designed to provide innovative, tech-driven solutions to enhance Nigeria’s border control systems.
5. In her response, the CGIS expressed appreciation to the Government of the Netherlands for its consistent support and technical assistance. She noted that the PEPM III and Edison Software tools would significantly enhance the Service’s document verification and Border Management capabilities, while supporting the implementation of Nigeria’s National Migration Policy.
6. This engagement further reinforces the strategic partnership between Nigeria and the Netherlands, advancing shared goals in Migration Governance, Border Security, and international cooperation.

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ACI AS Akinlabi
Service Public Relations Officer
Nigeria Immigration Service Headquarters, Abuja
23rd June, 2025