The Comptroller General of the Nigeria Immigration Service, Kemi Nandap, has announced that the modernisation of Nigeria’s border security infrastructure is underway.
The CG highlighted the progress being made to enhance border management systems, emphasizing the importance of adopting advanced technologies and strategies to safeguard the nation’s frontiers.
In a statement by the Immigration Spokespman, Kenneth Udo, a copy of which was obtained by our correspondent on Sunday, the CG disclosed this during a recent tour of immigration commands in Lagos, Ogun, and other South-West states.Nandap also urged service personnel to maintain professionalism, promising to prioritize their welfare.
The statement read in part, “At Seme Border, Idiroko, as well as Lagos and Ogun State Commands, the CGIS updated officers on new immigration initiatives. These advancements are part of the ongoing drive to modernize Nigeria’s border security infrastructure. She reiterated her commitment to officers’ welfare and capacity building, and urged them to maintain a high level of professionalism in the discharge of their duties.
“The CGIS also held a joint security meeting with sister agencies to enhance collaboration in intelligence gathering and sharing. She emphasized the vital role of border communities in supporting border security efforts.
“The tour is part of the Comptroller General’s fact-finding and sensitization mission aimed at reinforcing the collective responsibility of securing Nigeria’s vast borders. During the tour, she stressed the importance of sustained synergy among stakeholders in combating cross-border crimes.”
According to the statement, Nandap met with key stakeholders during the tour, including the Oba of Lagos, His Royal Majesty Rilwan Babatunde Akiolu; the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu; the Alake and paramount ruler of Egbaland, HRM Oba Adedotun Gbadebo III; the Olowu of Owu Kingdom, HRM Prof. Saka Matemilola; and the Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, who was represented by the Deputy Governor, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele
