Boarder commanders tasked on efficient border security

The Comptroller General of Nigeria Immigration Service, Kemi Nana Nandap, has charged Comptrollers of Border Commands and Commanders at the Service Headquarters on the need for an efficient border security.

While charging them to be dedicated to duty and underscored the significance of Border Security, she said, “the realities in our Country require extra layers of security at the Borders to prevent infiltration by criminal elements that could fuel crises in the country.”

She further instructed that henceforth, Comptrollers are to employ supervisory strategies, ensure timely report of major movements (entries and exits) and, professionally, handle sensitive intelligence requiring urgent attention with recommendations for enhanced Border monitoring.

According to a statement issued by DCI KT Udo, the

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Service Headquarters, Friday, the reports are to be submitted weekly through approved administrative channels.

She further directed the immediate submission of both Manpower and Logistics audit while tasking Commanders on the need for a robust Inter-Agency collaboration for effective intelligence sharing.

“Furthermore, she ordered the removal of unauthorised checkpoints and conduct routine patrols to completely forestall dangerous and unauthorised elements from entering the Country.

“The meeting provided the Service with ample opportunity to assess situations at the Borders to gain useful insights that will guide policy and operational strategies towards enhanced National Security.

The Comptroller General reiterated the Service’s commitment to the deployment of e-solutions, training and the welfare of officers in the field.