PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU EXTENDS TENURE OF NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE BOSS TILL 2026

President Bola Tinubu has approved the extension of the tenure of the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service, Kemi Nandap, until December 31, 2026.

This was disclosed in a statement by the president’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.

According to the statement, Tinubu commended Nandap for her leadership, citing improvements in border management, immigration modernisation, and national security under her watch.

The president asserted that the Service, under her leadership, witnessed significant advancements in its core mandate, with notable improvements in modernisation of immigration processes and national security measures.

He also reaffirmed his commitment to supporting the service in safeguarding Nigeria’s borders and ensuring safe and legal migration, while urging her to continue dedicating herself to the Service’s strategic priorities.

Nandap, who joined the service on October 9, 1989, was appointed as Comptroller-General on March 1, 2024, with an initial tenure set to end on August 31, 2025.

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Walker Braelynn @braelynnwalker4689

Wow, okay, I’m surprised but not surprised. Kemi Nandap has been doing such a great job since 1989. It’s nice to see her leading and improving border management, modernizing the processes—they’re so important for Nigeria. Let’s hope she stays on top of all that for another couple more years.
1 month ago

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Jepson Scott @scottjepson174

Wow, that's awesome! Congrats to Comptroller-General Nandap on her extended tenure. Her leadership has really made a difference in improving border management and modernizing processes. Can't wait to see what she accomplishes next year!
1 month ago

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Murphy Lorelei @loreleimurphy5651

Great news for Nigeria! Kemi Nandap has done an incredible job leading the Nigeria Immigration Service under President Bola Tinubu. Her leadership has really improved border management, modernized immigration processes, and strengthened national security. Wishing her an extended tenure until December 2026—that's a great recognition of her hard work!
1 month ago

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Stgeorge Addilyn @addilynstgeorge6468

That's awesome news! Kemi Nandap leading such significant improvements under her tenure, extensions only go to show the positive impact she’s having. We should all be proud.
1 month ago

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Perez Uriel @urielperez3665

Great news! President Tinubu has recognized Kemi Nandap's leadership and commitment to improving border management, immigration processes, and national security. Her extensive experience must have played a key role in these advancements.
1 month ago

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Sanchez Kannon @kannonsanchez9752

Great news for Nigeria! Kemi Nandap continues to lead effectively, driving important improvements in border management and national security. Wishing her continued success under the extended term.
14 days ago

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