NIS CG Visits NIMC, Seeks Partnership on Identity, Security
By Alabidun Shuaib AbdulRahman
The Comptroller General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Kemi Nana Nandap, has paid a courtesy visit to the Director General of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Engr. (Dr) Abisoye Coker-Odusote, in Abuja.
Nandap, who was accompanied by members of her management team, said the visit was aimed at strengthening the collaboration between the two agencies, both under the Federal Ministry of Interior.
She noted that effective partnership was critical to improving border security, identity verification, and service delivery to Nigerians.
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“The synergy between NIS and NIMC is crucial to building a secure and efficient identity system that supports national development goals,” she said.
In response, Coker-Odusote welcomed the NIS delegation and reiterated NIMC’s readiness to expand collaboration with the Immigration Service.
She emphasised the need for sustained cooperation to ensure data integrity and streamline operational procedures.
Odusote further noted that strong identity infrastructure would support robust border management and enhance national security.
Both agencies pledged to continue working closely to advance policies and initiatives that promote security, efficiency, and innovation in the country’s identity and border management systems.
