President Bola Tinubu has approved the extension of Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS, Comptroller-General Kemi Nandap’s tenure until December 31, 2026.

Nandap, who joined the NIS on October 9, 1989, was appointed Comptroller-General on March 1, 2024, with her initial term set to end on August 31, 2025.

Announcing the extension on Monday, Presidential Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said Tinubu praised Nandap’s leadership, highlighting advancements in border management, immigration modernisation, and national security under her tenure.

“Under her leadership, the Nigeria Immigration Service has witnessed significant advancements in its core mandate, with notable improvements in border management, modernisation of immigration processes and national security measures.

“President Tinubu commended the Comptroller-General for her exemplary leadership and urged her to continue dedicating herself to the Service’s strategic priorities, which align with his administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda,” the statement read.

He reiterated his dedication to strengthening the NIS in securing Nigeria’s borders and promoting safe, legal migration.