The Comptroller-General, who was represented at the event by the Zonal Coordinator, Zone A, ACG Mohammed Adamu, delivered the keynote address to participants.
The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Kemi Nandap, has formally launched the nationwide sensitisation and workshop on the validated National Migration Policy (2025), emphasising the need for stronger migration governance and national security.
The Comptroller-General, who was represented at the event by the Zonal Coordinator, Zone A, ACG Mohammed Adamu, delivered the keynote address to participants.
Addressing the gathering, the Comptroller-General noted that the Service has undertaken reforms in response to evolving migration dynamics, explaining that, “the Service has actively engaged in high-level policy and strategic reforms aimed at strengthening Migration Governance and National Security.”
According to her, these reforms have led to the introduction of several key initiatives, including “the e-Visa regime, the Contactless Passport Application System, the e-Border Solution infrastructure, the Passport Personalization Centre, and the launch of the Ecowas National Biometric Identity Card (ENBIC).”
She added that, “at the policy level, this has culminated in the validation of the National Migration Policy (2025) as Migration remains a critical driver of national development, security, and international cooperation.”
Highlighting global realities, the Comptroller-General stressed that, “Global trends in Migration and Border Governance, characterized by increasing complexity and rapid change, demand a coordinated and forward-looking migration framework.”
She explained that Nigeria’s borders play a dual role, noting, “Our borders serve the dual purpose of acting as the first line of defence against threats such as trafficking in persons, smuggling of migrants, terrorism, and other transnational crimes, while also functioning as vital gateways for legitimate trade, investment, and tourism.”
This, she said, underscores the need for balance, adding that, “This underscores the imperative of maintaining a strategic balance between security and facilitation, anchored on sustained inter-Agency collaboration.”
Reflecting on past frameworks, she stated that, “Nigeria’s National Migration Policy (2015) provided a foundational framework for safe, orderly, and regular migration, supported by key institutional mechanisms.”
She added that the updated policy improves on this, saying, “The validated National Migration Policy (2025) builds on this foundation, addressing emerging realities, strengthening institutional coordination, and positioning Nigeria for more effective migration governance in line with global commitments, including the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and the Global Compact for Migration (GCM).”
The Comptroller-General further emphasised implementation, stating that, “The NMP 2025 places emphasis on critical areas of Border Governance and Migration Management which are central to the Mandates of the Service.” She warned, however, that success depends on execution, noting, “the success of this policy will depend largely on its effective implementation.”
She urged officers to rise to the task, adding, “This requires the commitment, professionalism, and adaptability of officers across all commands. Your understanding and application of the policy provisions are essential to achieving its objectives.”
Describing the workshop as a strategic initiative, she said, “This sensitisation programme is therefore a strategic capacity-building initiative.” She encouraged participants to take full advantage of the exercise, stating, “Participants are encouraged to actively engage, internalise the policy content, and translate the knowledge gained into improved operational performance.”
Concluding her address, the Comptroller-General called for sustained commitment, saying, “In conclusion, we must remain committed to building a migration system that is secure, efficient, humane, and aligns with national priorities.”