The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced the indefinite suspension of Assistant Superintendent of Immigration II, Okpravero Ufuoma, following allegations of soliciting a bribe from a traveller....CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING.>>
The suspension was confirmed in a statement issued by NIS Comptroller General, Mrs. Kemi Nandap, and disseminated by the Service’s Public Relations Officer, Mr. Kenneth Udo, on Thursday in Abuja.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Nandap condemned the officer’s actions, which were captured in a viral video on social media. She emphasized that such behavior starkly contrasts with the NIS’s commitment to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and ethics.
The Comptroller General reiterated the agency’s dedication to ongoing reforms aimed at improving service quality and ensuring corruption-free operations.
As part of the NIS’s zero-tolerance stance on corruption, the suspended officer will face disciplinary procedures in line with the law and Public Service Rules.
Nandap also highlighted the agency’s efforts to prevent similar incidents in the future, including the installation of electronic gates at all international airports to enhance the travel experience for passengers.
The NIS urges the public to report any cases of misconduct or corruption by its officers, reinforcing its commitment to transparency and accountability.
