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FG Unveils More E-Passport Facilities in Europe
FG Unveils More E-Passport Facilities in Europe
By: Michael Mike
The Federal Government has unveiled additional enhanced e-Passport facilities at selected Nigerian Embassies in Europe.
The facilities were inaugurated on Monday at the Nigerian Embassy in Rome by the Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo emphasizing the dedication of President Bola Tinubu’s government to citizens’ diplomacy and the enhancement of services to the diaspora community.
According to a statement by the spokesman of Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Aridegbe Adedotun, the Minister, represented by the Acting Comptroller General of Immigration, Caroline Adepoju, announced the phased rollout of the enhanced e-Passport in Europe.
The phase one, which includes Spain, Greece, Austria, Switzerland, and Italy, was officially Introduced in Rome on Monday, while phase two is scheduled to be implemented by the end of the week.
He said the e-Passport complies with all standards set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), positioning Nigeria as the first country in Africa and the fifth worldwide to embrace this technological achievement, noting that this accomplishment has garnered high regard from the international community.
Adepoju highlighted that the enhanced e-Passport will significantly reduce processing delays in Europe, provided applicants adhere strictly to application guidelines, including utilizing the online application and payment platform at passport.immigration.gov.ng and ensuring the synchronization of their passport application data with their National Identification Number (NIN).
She added that the advanced travel document offers three categories: i. 32-page Five-year validity category ii. 64-page Five-year validity category iii. 64-page Ten-year validity category (for adults only).
- She enjoined applicants with complaints to use the following channels for resolution: (i) Twitter: @nigimmigration (ii) Website: www.immigration.gov.ng to interact with the virtual assistant and Contact Center on; 09121900655, 09121556359, 09121477092.
FG Unveils More E-Passport Facilities in Europe
Troops arrest terrorist informants, logistics suppliers in Sokoto
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have arrested two suspected terrorist informants and logistics suppliers in Gudu Local Government Area of Sokoto State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspects were apprehended on Sept. 4 during a fighting patrol to Yaka village by a quick response team.
The suspects, according to the source, are in troop custody for further investigation and action.
Troops arrest terrorist informants, logistics suppliers in Sokoto
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Troops repel terrorist attacks in Sokoto, rescue driver, as locals accosted 7 terrorists, killed 4
Troops repel terrorist attacks in Sokoto, rescue driver, as locals accosted 7 terrorists, killed 4
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have repelled terrorist attacks in parts of Sokoto State, rescuing a driver and preventing further abductions.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that on Sept. 3, at about 6:12 p.m., troops of 8 Division, while on a fighting patrol along Sabon Birnin–Isa Road, engaged terrorists who attempted to block the route.
“The terrorists were forced to flee after a fierce exchange of fire. Troops rescued a driver conveying frozen fish and assisted in towing his vehicle to Sabon Birnin,” he said.
The source added that later, on the same day at about 11:30 p.m., terrorists invaded Tungar Makera village in Wurno Local Government Area and kidnapped four locals before fleeing.
“Troops pursued the terrorists but could not make contact. However, on Sept. 4, at about 8:55 a.m., locals accosted seven suspected terrorists in Kaura village, Shagari Local Government Area.
“Unfortunately, four of the suspects were lynched by a mob led by Yansakai vigilantes before troops arrived. Troops rescued the remaining three suspects and handed them over to security authorities for further action,” the source said.
Troops repel terrorist attacks in Sokoto, rescue driver, as locals accosted 7 terrorists, killed 4
Troops arrest 3 suspected kidnappers in Niger State
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have arrested three suspected kidnappers in Rijau Local Government Area of Niger State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspects were apprehended on Sept. 4 when local vigilantes in Dukku town handed them over to troops on routine patrol along the Rijau–Duku axis.
The suspects were identified as Mohammed Mohammed, 30, Babe Sanda, 25, and Buba Matilo, 25.
According to the sources, the suspects confessed to abducting two locals from Dukku town and taking them to a terrorist hideout in Duku Forest.
The suspects are currently in troop custody for further investigation and action.
Troops arrest 3 suspected kidnappers in Niger State
Troops arrest terrorist informants, logistics suppliers in Sokoto
Troops repel terrorist attacks in Sokoto, rescue driver, as locals accosted 7 terrorists, killed 4
Troops arrest 3 suspected kidnappers in Niger State
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