The Nigeria Immigration Service Zone A decorated 156 promoted officers, celebrating their commitment to migration management. ACG ME Onilede, PhD praised their dedication, emphasizing that these promotions reflect hard work and persistence.
In a significant achievement for the zone covering Lagos and Ogun states, this marks the highest number of officer elevations recently. This development demonstrates the remarkable growth of the Nigeria Immigration Service in enhancing its operational effectiveness and leadership structure.
Among the promoted officers, 108 advanced from Assistant Comptrollers of Immigration (ACI) to Deputy Comptrollers of Immigration (DCI). Additionally, the agency elevated 42 officers from Chief Superintendents of Immigration (CSI) to Assistant Comptrollers of Immigration (ACI). Furthermore, six officers at the zonal headquarters received important upgrades, reinforcing the leadership structure within the service.
At the Zonal Headquarters, the agency elevated 15 DCIs and two ACIs. Additionally, four CSIs and SIs, along with 11 DSIs and three ASI1s, received promotions.
In the Lagos Command, the agency promoted 33 officers to DCI and seven to ACI, demonstrating steady internal growth. Similarly, the Lagos Seaport and Marine Command saw nine officers elevated to DCI and four to ACI, enhancing the command’s operational efficiency. Furthermore, the Seme Border Command promoted nine officers to DCI and three to ACI, emphasizing the importance of effective border management for national security.
The Ogun State Command had three officers elevated to DCI and five to ACI, further strengthening leadership within the command. At the Lagos State Passport Command, 15 officers were promoted to DCI and five to ACI, emphasizing the commitment to improving passport services. In addition, the Murtala Muhammed International Airport Command saw five officers advance to DCI and 16 to ACI, enhancing its ability to facilitate migration at the nation’s busiest airport.
ACG Onilede commended the officers for their hard work. She emphasised that these promotions reward their consistent dedication and unwavering professionalism in service. She expressed her gratitude to Comptroller General Kemi Nandap for ensuring the end of career stagnation in the service. The ACG said, “I urge the decorated officers to uphold the highest standards of decency while performing their official duties.”
She continued, “I encourage you to embrace this monumental occasion with humility and carry out your responsibilities diligently. With every new rank, greater expectations arise, demanding even more dedication from the officers in their duties. Particularly, Zone A officers must remain firm in their responsibilities, ensuring proper management of migration matters.”ACG Onilede concluded by saying, “Work hard and manage migration properly to meet the growing challenges in our evolving society.”
The ACG thanked Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, and Secretary Ja’afaru Ahmed for facilitating the officers’ mass promotions. She also expressed gratitude to Comptroller General Kemi Nanna Nandap for her role in ensuring the promotions were realized. Emphasizing the importance of the occasion, she noted that the promotions were not merely ceremonial but a call to higher responsibility. The ACG urged the newly promoted officers to uphold professionalism, integrity, and dedication in their new roles. She encouraged them to embrace their positions with humility and a renewed sense of purpose. Finally, she thanked the guests for their continuous support of the officers’ development.
The Nigeria Immigration Service Zone A decorated 156 promoted officers, recognizing their hard work and commitment. These promotions reflect the agency’s dedication to improving its operations and ensuring effective migration management in the region.
