IMMIGRATION CG CONDEMNS CORRUPTION AT ABUJA, LAGOS DISCUSS WAYS TO IMPROVE IMAGE

Acting Comptroller General, Nigeria Immigration Service, (NIS), Idris Isah Jere, has condemned corrupt reported practices by officials in Abuja and Lagos airports on Monday.

He mentioned during his visit to the Abuja and Lagos airports on Monday.

At the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (NAIA) in Abuja, the CGI met with the service’s personnel and officials of other agencies.

Jere condemned the corrupt practices that have caused several complaints, including videos of unprofessional acts by some port staff.

He bemoaned how such attitude negatively affected Nigeria’s image and discouraged potential visitors from coming in.

Jere called for enhanced cooperation among heads of the various agencies for a coordinated fight against culprits embarrassing the country.

A statement on Tuesday by Immigration spokesman, Amos Okpu said Jere discussed ways to improve the quality of service delivery.

“Passengers should constantly resist, reject and report instances of bribe solicitations, extortions and or any unprofessional conduct to appropriate desks within the ports”, he said.

Regional General Manager – NAIA, Mahmud Sani assured that the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) is committed to ending all infractions.

Comptroller of Immigration – NAIA, Babali Mohammed reiterated the commitment to professionalism by his officers.

At the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Jere conveyed the same messages and warnings to port officials and staff at a similar meeting.