The Nigeria Immigration Service has launched a full investigation into viral allegations of extortion involving its personnel along the Lagos-Seme border corridor. The reports, which surfaced online, have sparked public outrage and renewed concerns about misconduct at Nigeria’s entry points.
In response, the Comptroller General of Immigration, Kemi Nandap, ordered the immediate suspension of comptrollers overseeing the affected commands. According to the Service, this step is necessary to allow for a transparent and unbiased investigation into the allegations.
The development was confirmed in a statement issued by the Service Public Relations Officer, DCI Akinsola Akinlabi, who strongly condemned the actions described in the reports. He noted that such behaviour is unacceptable and goes against the core values and operational standards of the agency.
The NIS leadership has also directed a thorough probe to identify all officers involved. It assured the public that any personnel found guilty will face immediate disciplinary action, as the agency moves to restore trust and accountability within its ranks.
Reassuring Nigerians, the Service reiterated its commitment to professionalism and efficient service delivery across all borders. It emphasized that acts capable of tarnishing the institution’s image will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
As part of efforts to strengthen transparency, the NIS encouraged citizens to report misconduct through its official channels, including its 24-hour contact centre and social media platforms. The agency added that internal monitoring systems are being reinforced to prevent future occurrences.
This move signals a renewed push by the Immigration Service to clean up its operations and uphold discipline, especially at critical border points like the Lagos-Seme corridor, where cross-border movement remains high.