Facing growing cyber threats, the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has launched a nationwide campaign to secure the country’s digital identity and migration data. The initiative aims to strengthen Nigeria’s digital borders and enhance public confidence in government data systems.
The 2025 Cybersecurity Awareness Campaign, themed “Securing Our World: Building a Cyber-Ready Nigeria Immigration Service,” emphasizes collaboration among security agencies, tech experts, and development partners to fortify national cyber defenses.
Comptroller General of Immigration, Kemi Nandap, represented by Deputy Comptroller General, A.J. Umanah, said cybercrime now poses a direct threat to governance, economic stability, and national security.
“The rise of cyber threats shows that cybersecurity is not just a technical concern. It is a national security issue, an economic priority, and a moral obligation to protect citizens’ trust,” she said.
Umanah added that NIS handles vast databases of personal, biometric, and travel information, making breaches a serious risk to national security and citizen trust. To address this, the Service is implementing a five-point strategic plan aimed at building a cyber-resilient system.
This includes strengthening internal cybersecurity governance and compliance, providing continuous ICT and operational training, deepening inter-agency collaboration with defense and security sectors, investing in secure digital infrastructure that meets international standards, and institutionalizing data protection and privacy compliance in line with national and global frameworks.
With digitized operations like e-Passport, e-Visa, and e-Border Management, cybersecurity is now central to Nigeria’s border integrity. Umanah stressed that technology alone is not enough, urging all officers to maintain integrity in digital operations.
She called on all NIS formations to embed cybersecurity awareness in daily operations, audits, and staff briefings while enforcing data protection and responsible digital conduct.
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