10 Immigration officers dismissed, 8 others demoted

The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has approved disciplinary actions against 31 personnel of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) over various misconducts.

This was disclosed in a statement released on Friday in Abuja by the Service’s Public Relations Officer, Assistant Comptroller of Immigration (ACI), R. Akinsola Akinlabi.

Akinlabi explained that the move followed a review of the recommendations made by the Board’s Disciplinary and General-Purpose Committee (BDGPC), which convened on July 11, 2025.

According to him, the sanctions reflect the Board’s determination to promote discipline, integrity, and accountability within the services under its authority.

“Eight officers were dismissed for serious misconduct and violation of Service Regulations, while five others were compulsorily retired for offences bordering on misconduct.

“Additionally, eight officers were demoted by one rank, and five were issued written warning letters.

“The board also review appeals by two dismissed officers but upheld their dismissal after finding no merit in their cases.

“However, one officer was reinstated following a successful appeal, while two others were exonerated of all charges,” he said.

In a related statement, Akinlabi added that the Service also dismissed two junior personnel who were found guilty of criminal conspiracy involving stealing, illegal possession of firearms, and kidnapping.

“Their dismissal followed internal disciplinary proceedings concluded on April 14 and Sept. 4, 2025, respectively,” he said.

He noted that the disciplinary process was carried out under the supervision of the CDCFIB Chairman and Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, alongside the Comptroller-General of Immigration, Kemi Nandap.

Akinlabi reaffirmed that the NIS remains steadfast in upholding high ethical and professional standards across all levels.

“The disciplinary actions will be implemented without fear or favour and in strict compliance with extant rules and regulations,” he assured.