Defence/Security
NDLEA arrests 80,000 suspects, secures 15,000 convictions in 65 months
By Ibironke Ariyo The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it has arrested more than 80,000 suspected drug offenders between January 2021 and…
Tag: NIS
Defence/Security
NIS deploys technology against irregular migration
By Ibironke Ariyo The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has strengthened its border security through advanced technology deployment and enhanced surveillance to curb irregular migration…
Foreign
Nigeria grants Rwandans 30-day visa-free entry
By Ibironke Ariyo The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) says it has completed arrangements for the implementation of a 30-day visa-free entry policy for Rwandan…
Defence/Security
NIS warns against fraudulent passport payment platforms
By Ibironke Ariyo The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has warned Nigerians against patronising fraudulent platforms for passport payments, while dismissing claims of third-party involvement…
Economy/Business
Tax reforms, infrastructure key to boosting revenue — Experts
By Grace Alegba Revenue experts have identified tax reforms and visible infrastructure development as critical drivers of revenue growth and public confidence, as they…
Defence/Security
NIS CG orders probe into alleged border extortion
By Ibironke Ariyo The Comptroller General, Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Kemi Nandap, has ordered a probe following online reports alleging widespread extortion by personnel…
Metro
Global Surveyors Day: NIS identifies peculiar challenges
By Angela Atabo The Nigerian Institution of Surveyors (NIS) has identified inadequate land data and skill gaps in sustainability as key limitations faced by…
Features
Tracking Nigeria’s fight against migrant smuggling through data
By Ibironke Ariyo, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Nigeria’s migration corridors are now more frequently targeted by organised criminal networks exploiting citizens seeking opportunities…
Politics
FCT Polls: Low voter turnout mar exercise in Bwari, Kuje Area Councils
By Our Reporters The ongoing area council elections in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja witnessed low voter turnout in some parts of Bwari…
Defence/Security
Border security: NIS inaugurates steering committee for mobile teams project
By Ibironke Ariyo The Comptroller-General, Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Kemi Nandap, has inaugurated the Project Steering Committee for Mobile Teams (MT) Nigeria Project. The…