Sowore Shares Experience After Brief Detention, Says His Bag Is Still Missing
Nigerian activist Omoyele Sowore has shared the details of what happened after he was briefly detained at Murtala Mohammed International Airport in Lagos. The incident occurred upon his arrival in Nigeria on Sunday. According to Sowore, he was stopped by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) upon entering the country. He explained that this was not […]
New Fees for Nigerian International Passports: What You Need to Know
In a recent development, the Federal Government has approved a significant increase in the fees for Nigerian passports, effective from September 1, 2024. This decision is part of an effort to enhance the quality and security of the passport service. What Are the New Fees? Why the Increase? The Federal Government has stated that the […]
Nigerian Government Announces New Passport Fees Effective September 2024
The Nigerian government has officially announced that passport fees will be going up, starting from September 1, 2024. This decision was revealed by DCI Kenneth Udo, the spokesperson for the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), who explained that the move is aimed at maintaining the quality and integrity of Nigerian passports. As per the new structure, […]
Nigeria Immigration Officer Suspended Over Drug Trafficking Charges
A senior officer of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Michael Gbenga Akomolafe, has been suspended due to allegations of drug trafficking. The officer was serving at the Murtala Muhammad International Airport in Lagos and was brought before a Federal High Court in Lagos State. Kenneth Udo, the Public Relations Officer for NIS, announced on July […]