Immigration Service targets professional excellence with new Airport training series

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By Omeiza Ajayi

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ABUJA: The Nigeria Immigration Service NIS said it has concluded a two-week capacity-building training for personnel of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport Command, Abuja, the first in a series of trainings designed for NIS airport formations across the country.

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Service Public Relations Officer, DCI Akinsola Akinlabi, in a statement on the NIS ‘X’ handle in Sunday said the training held from 28th July to 7th August 2026 at the Shehu Shagari Conference Hall, Service Headquarters, and focused on strengthening operational efficiency, professionalism, ethical conduct and service delivery.

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Themed “Repositioning NIS Airport Operations for Professional Excellence, Ethical Conduct and Enhanced Service Delivery,” the training was executed to instill practical knowledge and skills in passenger profiling, visa and entry verification, passenger and crew clearance, queue management, the Migration Information and Data Analysis System (MIDAS), e-Gates, apron operations, hostmanship, ethical conduct and anti-corruption practices.

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According to the statement, the capacity-building programme was introduced by the Comptroller General, Kemi Nandap in response to the evolving demands of modern airport operations, increased passenger traffic, and the growing use of technology in border management.

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He said it is designed to ensure that NIS personnel are adequately equipped to effectively address emerging operational challenges.

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“The Nigeria Immigration Service remains committed to continuously improving its airport operations through professional capacity development, innovation, accountability and adherence to global best practices, tailored towards effective Border Security and enhancing international travelers experience,” the statement read.

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