Immigration extends UK special passport intervention exercise
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has extended the Special Passport Intervention Exercise in the United Kingdom to run from October 6 to 30. This is contained in a statement by the Service Public Relation Officer, Deputy Comptoller of Immigration (DCI), Akinsola Akinlabi. Akinlabi said the NIS, acting on the directive of the Minister of Interior, […]
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has extended the Special Passport Intervention Exercise in the United Kingdom, with the new dates of October 6 to 30, as announced by Deputy Comptoller of Immigration (DCI), Akinsola Akinlabi in a statement. The Service Public Relation Officer, Akinlabi, revealed that the extension was due to the high turnout and sustained demand by Nigerians, following directives from the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.
He urged Nigerian communities in the UK to utilize this opportunity to renew their passports and to be aware of the intervention exercise venues in London, Manchester, and Aberdeen. Akinlabi advised applicants to keep updated on the Nigeria High Commission’s website and NIS official communication channels for the Cardiff venue. Applicants can book an appointment through specified online platforms or the Nigeria High Commission’s website.
He emphasized the importance of adhering to the scheduled dates and times to ensure an efficient process. Akinlabi confirmed that the Contactless Passport Application System is fully operational, encouraging eligible applicants to renew their passports electronically. For further inquiries, applicants can contact the service via email, WhatsApp, or the specified contact details.
Akinlabi reiterated the NIS's commitment to providing efficient, transparent, and responsive passport service delivery to Nigerians both in the UK and the diaspora.
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