The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has introduced a 24-hour real-time monitoring system to strengthen its border security capabilities.
The promotion was announced by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji Ojo, during the induction ceremony of 123 newly trained personnel at the NIS Command and Control Centre.
The newly established surveillance system is designed to continuously monitor Nigeria’s land, sea and air borders. Mr. Tunji Oshiro emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating, “Our country’s border security, border control, and border control capabilities have just improved.”
“We join an elite list of countries whose immigration officers can conduct real-time surveillance 24/7,” he asserted.
Mr. Tunji Oshiro emphasized that the facility is now complete and the personnel are well trained, and the appointment of these personnel is an important milestone.
“Today, we are taking a major leap forward by recruiting police officers who have proven themselves through rigorous training and training using state-of-the-art technology,” he said.
The Minister stressed that this technological advancement is in line with the Nigerian government’s broader strategy to use innovative solutions for national security.
global partnership The introduction of advanced surveillance technology has significantly enhanced Nigeria’s ability to forge partnerships on an international scale. This technology will not only strengthen border security but also enable the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) to work effectively with global security organizations such as Interpol.
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji Ojo, highlighted this capability by saying, “This technology enables global integration that allows us to work seamlessly with Interpol and other international security agencies.” His remarks underscore the importance of this initiative in strengthening Nigeria’s security framework and enabling improved communication and coordination with international stakeholders.
The Minister expressed his pride in the achievements of the NIS, saying, “I am proud of what Nigerian immigrants have achieved and look forward to further progress by all agencies under the Ministry of Home Affairs.”
What you need to know
As part of its efforts to strengthen national security and curb illegal activities, the Federal Government has taken significant steps regarding Nigeria’s border management to strengthen border security and effectively control cross-border activities. .
The federal government has begun the process of strengthening border security through the introduction of advanced technology, including the installation of surveillance cameras for real-time monitoring. In October 2019, Nairametrics reported that the federal government announced a complete closure of land borders. Prohibit the movement of legal and illegal domestic and international goods to prevent the smuggling of illegal weapons, food and agricultural products, thereby stimulating local production. In December 2020, President Muhammadu Buhari ordered the immediate reopening of four land borders between Seme and Seme. Illela, Maigatari and Mfunov er have been closed for a year. Follow us for breaking news and market intelligence.
