Nigeria Immigration Service Bolsters Security Measures to Curb Illegal Infiltration Amid Niger Crisis
In response to the escalating situation in Niger Republic, the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has taken decisive action by deploying personnel to monitor and control all unconventional routes that could potentially be exploited by foreigners seeking unauthorized entry into the country.
Mr. Mustapha Sani, the NIS Comptroller, announced the development during a celebration of the service’s 60th anniversary.. He emphasized that due to the ongoing circumstances, the borders have been closed and we have imposed movement restrictions along these areas.
Sani strongly advised Nigerians against traveling to Niger, urging them to prioritize their safety by staying home. He stressed that only Nigerians returning to them would grant their homeland permission to cross the border.
Nigeria Immigration Service is committed to securing the country’s borders and protecting its citizens from potential infiltration.
Nigeria Immigration Service Takes Measures to Prevent Illegal Infiltration through Unapproved Routes
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has intensified efforts to prevent unauthorized entry into the country by deploying its personnel to monitor and control unorthodox roads that could potentially be used by foreigners to infiltrate the nation.
Mr. Mustapha Sani, the NIS Comptroller for Jibia Command in Katsina State, emphasized the importance of respecting the colonial borders between Nigeria and the Niger Republic in a recent address to officers and men of the command.. He emphasized that although both regions share similarities in language, religion, and culture, it is crucial to uphold the boundary for security reasons.
Nigerian passports are now among the best in the world, thanks to the modernization of the immigration service, according to Sani.. He urged officers to remain dedicated and vigilant in their duties to maintain the integrity of the country’s borders.
This move by the NIS demonstrates its commitment to ensuring the country’s security and protecting its citizens. Sending personnel to unapproved routes prevents individuals who pose a security risk from entering Nigeria..