Odita Sunday 
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has condemned alleged extortion involving its personnel along the Lagos-Seme Border corridor, describing the conduct as unacceptable and a breach of its core values.
In a statement signed by its Public Relations Officer, DCI Akinsola Akinlabi, on Friday in Abuja, the Service said its attention was drawn to online reports detailing misconduct by some officers.
The Comptroller-General of Immigration, KN Nandap, “unequivocally condemns the actions depicted in these reports as such conduct is unacceptable and stands in direct violation of the core values, ethics, and operational standards of the Service.”
According to the statement, the CGI has taken immediate administrative action by relieving the Comptrollers in charge of the affected Commands of their duties pending investigation.
“The CGI has temporarily relieved the Comptrollers in charge of the affected Commands of their duties and has directed a thorough investigation… to identify all officers involved, and ensure that appropriate disciplinary measures are applied with immediate effect,” the statement read.
The Service reassured the public of its commitment to professionalism, transparency, and efficiency at all entry and exit points, stressing that it would not tolerate any act capable of eroding public trust.
It also urged members of the public to report misconduct through its official platforms, including X, Instagram, Facebook (@nigimmigration), and designated contact centre lines.
The NIS reiterated its resolve to uphold integrity, discipline, and professionalism while facilitating lawful migration.
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