President Tinubu approves tenure extension for CG of Immigration, Kemi Nandap
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved an extension of Mrs. Kemi Nanna Nandap’s tenure as the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) through December 31, 2026.
Mrs Nandap began her career in the Nigeria Immigration Service on October 9, 1989.
President Tinubu appointed her as Comptroller-General on March 1, 2024, to serve till August 31, 2025.
A statement on Monday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President, (Information & Strategy), said under her leadership, the Nigeria Immigration Service has witnessed significant advancements in its core mandate, with notable improvements in border management, modernisation of immigration processes and national security measures.
President Tinubu commended the Comptroller-General for her exemplary leadership and urged her to continue dedicating herself to the Service’s strategic priorities, which align with his administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
The President reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting the Nigeria Immigration Service in fulfilling its mandate to protect Nigeria’s territorial integrity and promote safe, legal, and orderly migration.
The tenure extension for CG Kemi Nandap signals a commitment to continuity within the Nigeria Immigration Service, which could help stabilize ongoing reforms. Given her decades of experience, it will be interesting to see how she leverages this additional time to address key immigration challenges, especially in border security and technology-driven solutions. Hopefully, this decision translates into tangible improvements for the NIS and its operations.