Board dismisses 10 Immigration personal for misconduct

The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has dismissed 10 personnel of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) for misconduct.

The NIS Public Relations Officer, Akinsola Akinlabi, confirmed the news in a statement on Friday in Abuja.

He said 21 others received various punishments for the same reason.

Akinlabi said the decision followed the review of recommendations of the board from its Disciplinary and General-Purpose Committee (BDGPC), which met on July 11, 2025.

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According to him, the sanctions underscore the board’s resolve to enforce discipline, integrity, and accountability within the Services under its supervision.

“Eight officers were dismissed for serious misconduct and violation of Service Regulations, while five others were compulsorily retired for offences bordering on misconduct.

“Additionally, eight officers were demoted by one rank, and five were issued written warning letters.

“The board also review appeals by two dismissed officers but upheld their dismissal after finding no merit in their cases.

“However, one officer was reinstated following a successful appeal, while two others were exonerated of all charges.”

Akinlabi revealed that the service dismissed two junior personnel after they were found guilty of criminal conspiracy.

According to him, the affected persons were involved in stealing, illegal possession of firearms, and kidnapping.

“Their dismissal followed internal disciplinary proceedings concluded on April 14 and Sept. 4, 2025, respectively,” he added.

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