Nigeria Immigration Service cautions against unofficial passport sites
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has addressed recent online allegations about its passport application and payment system, calling them false and misleading. The agency emphasized that its digital passport process is secure and only accessible through its official portal. It denied any involvement with religious organizations or private entities in its payment process. The NIS urged the public to avoid unofficial platforms and rely solely on official communication channels.
What we know
- The NIS described recent allegations about its passport system as false and misleading.
- It stated that only its official portal should be used for passport applications and payments.
- The agency denied any partnership with religious organizations or private entities for payment processing.
- NIS is investigating the source of the misinformation and warned that action will be taken against those responsible.
- The public was advised to avoid unofficial links or intermediaries when applying for passports.
