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Not All Types of Passport Issuance Have Timeline of Two Weeks – NIS
Not All Types of Passport Issuance Have Timeline of Two Weeks – NIS
By: Michael Mike
The Acting Comptroller General of Nigeria Immigration Service, Caroline Adepoju has said that not all types of passport issuance has a timeline of two weeks.
Adepoju, in a press statement signed by the spokesman of the Service, Aridegbe Adedotun at the weekend, said the Service
“has received with deep concern, some complaints of misconduct levelled against our personnel in some Passport offices across the nation.”
The statement read: “The Comptroller General has ordered an investigation into the matter, especially in regards to the noncompliance with Ministerial directives on the timeline of Passport administration.
“Following the complete clearance of Passport application backlogs nationwide in line with the directive of the Honourable Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, a new timeline of 2 weeks for processing and issuance of Passport was announced by the Minister on the 4th of October, 2023. The Honourable Minister and the Ag. CGI provided different phone numbers to the general public to report misdemeanors by NIS personnel at any of our offices. From NIS we gave two numbers: 08028320751 (SPRO), 08067761196 (SA – SERVICOM), and we are not only ready to answer your calls but resolve issues.
“The Service has on a daily basis, monitored the compliance level at all Passport offices nationwide and at our missions abroad. We receive daily reports on production and issuance of Passports from all Passport Control Officers. As at today, Friday 13th October, 2023, most of our Passport offices are producing Passports of applicants enrolled on Wednesday, 11th October,2023.
“The Service wishes to use this opportunity to enlighten the general public that applications for reissuance of lost Passport and change of data takes a longer time. Some applicants in this category may put the Service in bad light when they complain of delay and noncompliance with the new timeline. These applications are required to go through security clearance and correspondence with Service Headquarters before approval for production.”
The statement added that: “Meanwhile, the Acting Comptroller General wishes to appeal to members of the public to feel free to contact the Service through its various public communication channels including Twitter, Facebook handles (@nigimmigration) and our Contact Center on; 09121900655 • 09121556359 • 09121477092 to report any form of misconduct by any member of the workforce for appropriate sanctions.
“The Service enjoins prospective Passport applicants to please visit the Nigeria Immigration Service’s official website at immigration.gov.ng to apply for Passports and make payments for their preferred Passport categories and avoid patronizing individuals or entities that request cash payments for Passport services.”
Not All Types of Passport Issuance Have Timeline of Two Weeks – NIS
Body of missing man recovered in kopgai, Mangu LGA, Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
The body of a man reported missing in Kopgai village, Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State, has been recovered by security operatives.
According to security sources, the corpse of Mr. Abdullahi Mohammed was found buried in a shallow grave along the Gimti River line, between Kopgai and Langai districts, at about 11:00 a.m. on March 25.
The body was exhumed and handed over to the family for proper burial according to Islamic rites, while investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have intensified efforts to safeguard communities and address criminal activities across the state.
Body of missing man recovered in kopgai, Mangu LGA, Plateau
Troops arrest three suspected terrorists’ informants in Bassa, Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have arrested three suspected terrorists’ informants in Agingi area of Bassa Local Government Area in Plateau State.
Security sources said the suspects, Yusuf Hussaini, 18; Saleh Mohammed, 18; and Muazu Yunusa, 19, were apprehended at about 10:30 p.m. on March 25 with three dagger knives in their possession.
The suspects are currently in custody and undergoing investigation, the sources added.
The arrests form part of ongoing intelligence led operations by the troops of Operation Enduring Peace to safeguard communities, curb criminal activities, and ensure the safety of residents across the state.
Troops arrest three suspected terrorists’ informants in Bassa, Plateau
Troops restore calm after clash at Iware market in Taraba
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 114 Battalion, in collaboration with personnel of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and local hunters, have restored calm following a clash at Iware market in Ardo-Kola Local Government Area of Taraba State.
Security sources said the troops responded to a distress call at about 2:45 p.m. on March 24 over a fight involving suspected armed Fulani men celebrating Sallah at the market.
According to the sources, the situation escalated into a disturbance before the arrival of security operatives.
“On arrival, troops discovered one person with injuries and immediately evacuated the victim for medical attention,” the source said.
The sources added that troops, alongside other security personnel, have since dominated the area with aggressive patrols to reassure residents and prevent further breakdown of law and order.
The incident illustrated ongoing efforts by security agencies to maintain peace and respond swiftly to emerging threats in communities across the state.
Residents have been urged to remain law-abiding and cooperate with security agencies to sustain peace.
Troops restore calm after clash at Iware market in Taraba
Body of missing man recovered in kopgai, Mangu LGA, Plateau
Troops arrest three suspected terrorists’ informants in Bassa, Plateau
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace repel terrorists’ attack in Plateau
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