The Federal Government Has Revealed Plans To Discontinue Its Visa-on-arrival Policy, Describing It As “Unsustainable” And A Potential Security Risk.
The Minister Of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-ojo, Disclosed This At The Graduation Ceremony Of 100 Officers Of The Nigeria Immigration Service Who Underwent A Five-day Specialised Training On The Application Of Advance Passenger Information/passenger Name Record Data In National Security And Law Enforcement At The Service Headquarters, Abuja.
According To The Minister, Advance Passenger Information Systems Will Be Deployed At The Land Borders. However, Security Experts Have Warned Against Potential Security Lapses, Including The Difficulty Of Thoroughly Vetting Entrants Who Only Submit Their Documents At The Port Of Entry.
Tunji-ojo Said The Aim Is To Replace The Current System By April 1, 2025, With Stricter Processes That Include Pre-arrival Clearance And More Rigorous Screening, Ensuring Better Tracking Of Travelers And Safeguarding Nigeria’s Borders.