The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has shifted focus to implementation with the rollout of a nationwide sensitisation programme on the National Migration Policy (2025), charging officers to translate the framework into measurable results across all commands.
At the flag-off of the exercise, the Comptroller-General of Immigration, Mrs Kemi Nanna Nandap, emphasised that the success of the newly validated policy would depend largely on the professionalism, commitment, and adaptability of personnel.
She described the sensitisation programme as a strategic capacity-building initiative designed to equip officers with the knowledge required to effectively enforce the provisions of the policy and improve operational performance.
“The effectiveness of this policy lies in its implementation. Officers must understand its provisions and apply them diligently in their day-to-day operations,” she said.
The Immigration boss noted that the policy builds on the 2015 National Migration Policy, which provided a foundation for safe, orderly, and regular migration, adding that the updated version addresses emerging challenges and strengthens institutional coordination.
She said the policy also aligns Nigeria with key global frameworks, including the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Global Compact for Migration (GCM).
Highlighting ongoing reforms within the Service, the Comptroller-General listed key initiatives such as the e-Visa regime, Contactless Passport Application System, e-Border infrastructure, Passport Personalisation Centre, and the ECOWAS National Biometric Identity Card (ENBIC), all aimed at modernising migration management.
According to him, officers must strike a balance between securing the nation’s borders and facilitating legitimate travel, trade, and investment.“Our borders are not only lines of defence against transnational crimes but also critical gateways for economic activities. This dual responsibility requires efficiency, vigilance, and collaboration,” he stated.He urged participants to actively engage in the sensitisation sessions, internalise the policy framework, and apply the knowledge gained to enhance service delivery.The Comptroller-General reaffirmed the Service’s commitment to building a migration system that is secure, efficient, and humane, in line with national development priorities.
