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NIS Warns: Higher Passport Fees Alone Won’t Stop Racketeering

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Higher passport fees cannot stop unofficial payments. Applicants face system glitches and rely on middlemen. Reforms underway, but corruption persists. Despite increasing passport fees, the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) acknowledges that applicants still encounter unofficial charges and exploitation, highlighting ongoing challenges within the system. According to Eko Hot Blog, insiders including serving and retired NIS … Read more

Tinubu Commissions NIS First Solar-Powered Technology Innovation Complex

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday, officially commissioned the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Technology Innovation Complex at the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) headquarters. The state-of-the-art complex is named after the president and aims to revolutionize the country’s migration and border management processes. The complex includes several key components: the Command and Control Centre (for regular migration), … Read more

Immigration Service Names Command Centre After Tinubu

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Unintentional Hardship Tinubu

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has officially inaugurated the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Technology Innovation Complex (BATTIC) at its headquarters in Abuja, naming the state-of-the-art Command and Control Centre after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. EDITOR’S PICKS  PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals Call for Recognition and Better Welfare … Read more

‘Strong Women Don’t Play the Victim’ – Bobrisky Claims After Release From Detention

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Controversial Nigerian crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, is a free man once again after a recent encounter with the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) that resulted in his detention for several days. Bobrisky was apprehended while attempting to leave the country through the Seme Border. This incident occurred amid an ongoing investigation into allegations … Read more

‘Bigger Issues at Hand’ – Fayose Criticises Bobrisky’s Arrest at Seme border

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Isaac Fayose, the younger brother of former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose, has criticised the arrest of crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, by the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS). Bobrisky was detained at the Seme border while attempting to leave Nigeria for Benin Republic. His arrest coincides with an ongoing House of Representatives investigation … Read more

BREAKING: Why We Arrested Bobrisky – Nigerian Govt Speaks On Viral Report

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Arrested Bobrisky NIS

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has confirmed the arrest of popular crossdresser Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, at the Seme border while attempting to leave Nigeria. In a statement issued on Monday by the Service Public Relations Officer, DCI KT Udo, the NIS revealed that Bobrisky was intercepted during passport checks on October 21. … Read more

Sowore Barred from Leaving Nigeria by Immigration Over Watchlist Travel Ban

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Omoyele Sowore, the 2023 presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), has revealed that the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) has barred him from leaving the country, citing his inclusion on their watchlist. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Sowore made this disclosure in a statement and video shared on his X account on Friday. He … Read more

FG Elevates 20,867 Officers in Immigration, Civil Defence, Other Para-Military Services

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In a major advancement for personnel within several key security and correctional agencies, the federal government has sanctioned the promotion of 20,867 senior officers across the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS), and the Federal Fire Service (FFS). The announcement, made by the Minister of Interior, … Read more

Nigerians Frustrated As NIS Passport Payment Platform Faces Prolonged Glitches

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NIS Passport Payment

Nigerians attempting to pay for new passports through the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) portal have faced significant challenges due to technical difficulties with the online payment platform. The NIS confirmed these issues, acknowledging the disruption on its online payment platform for passport applications. EDITOR’S PICKS Dangote, Elumelu, Otedola Lead New Fight Against Malaria In Nigeria … Read more

Why we Increased Nigerian Passport Fees – Immigration

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The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced an increase in passport fees, effective September 1, 2024, explaining the rationale behind the decision in a recent update. EKO HOT BLOG notes that NIS cited four primary reasons for the fee hike, which has generated varied responses on social media. According to the service, the increased fees … Read more

Nigerian Govt Increases Passport Fees

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NIS Passport Payment

The Federal Government has announced an increase in passport fees for Nigerians residing within the country, set to take effect on September 1st, 2024. EDITOR’S PICKS #Endbadgovernance: Organizers Plan Another Protests In October Abia Reps Member Defends Kalu Over Call For Gov. Otti To Join APC NLC Holds Emergency Meeting as Police Summon President, Joe … Read more

Viral Video: NIS Summons Woman For Tearing Husband’s Passport

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NIS Woman Tearing Husband’s Passport

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has summoned a woman seen tearing her husband’s international passport in a viral video for interrogation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Comptroller General of NIS, Kemi Nandap, stated that if found guilty, she would be prosecuted under Section 10(h) of the Immigration Act. EDITOR’S PICKS Focus on Hard Work, Not Just … Read more

Sanwo-Olu Lauds Surveyors, Vows Continued Partnership For Mega City Vision

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Sanwo-Olu Lauds Surveyors, Vows Continued Partnership For Mega City Vision

Governor Commends NIS for Upholding Professional Excellence Highlights Collaborative Efforts in Advancing THEMES Plus Agenda Investiture of New Fellows Celebrated with Calls for Integrity Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a resounding display of appreciation, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has commended the Nigerian Institution of Surveyors (NIS) for their unwavering dedication to upholding the highest standards … Read more

How Yahaya Bello Withdrew $720,000 From Kogi’s Account To Pay His Child’s School Fees – EFCC

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Yahaya Bello laundering

Yahaya Bello has been in the eye of the storm for alleged corruption. In the past few days, the former Kogi governor has engaged in a cat and mouse race with the EFCC. The anti-graft agency has made a fresh revelation about Bello’s alleged corrupt practices. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Economic and Financial … Read more

Anambra Police Raid Gunmen Hideouts, Seize Weapons

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The Anambra State Police Command conducted searches in gunmen hideouts targeting police stations. The Joint Security Force operation in Ogbaru forest led to the discovery and destruction of numerous camps. Commissioner of Police commended the military’s support and issued a stern warning to cultists. Eko Hot Blog reports that The Anambra State Police Command reported … Read more

Tunde Ayeni Asks Immigration To Void Use Of His Name By Ex-mistress Adaobi Alagwu’s Child

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Nigerian businessman Tunde Ayeni and his ex-mistress, an Abuja-based lawyer, Adaobi Alagwu

Eko Hot Blog reports Nigerian businessman Tunde Ayeni has asked the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) to invalidate any international passport bearing his name presented by his ex-mistress, an Abuja-based lawyer, Adaobi Alagwu, and her child. Ayeni, a former chairperson of the defunct Skye Bank, made the request in a letter addressed to NIS. He has … Read more

Tinubu Appoints New Comptroller-General For Immigration Service

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Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of DCG Kemi Nanna Nandap to serve as the Comptroller-General (CG) of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS). The president’s spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, made the disclosure in a statement on Wednesday. He said the appointment is effective from March 1, 2024. DCG Nandap will … Read more

Nigerians Brace Up! Fresh Directives For NSCDC And NIS Recruitment Revealed

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NIS recruitment

The Nigerian government issues fresh directives to candidates who applied for recruitment into the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS). Applicants are directed to check their application status on the board’s portal, print their invitation letter and proceed for a Computer-Based Test (CBT) scheduled to hold on Thursday, 18th … Read more

Dabiri-Erewa Earns Reappointment As NiDCOM Chair Amid Sudan Evacuation Efforts

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In November 2018, President Buhari appointed Dabiri-Erewa as the Chairman/CEO of NiDCOM. However, the Senate delayed the confirmation of her appointment until May 2019. The president is asking the upper legislative chamber to consider her reappointment four years later. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has reappointed Abike Dabiri-Erewa for a second term … Read more

Nigeria Introduces N1000 Verification Fee for NIN On Passport Application

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NIS Passport Payment

The Nigerian government has announced that applicants for passports will be charged N1000 for verification of their NIN. The fee is aimed at improving the quality, accuracy, and speed of passport services through timely verification of NIN. The fee will be N1000 in Nigeria, $5 in other African countries, and $15 in other countries. EKO … Read more

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