The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Kemi Nandap, has ordered the immediate suspension of commanding officers along the Lagos–Seme border corridor following allegations of extortion levelled against personnel of the Service.
The decision follows viral online reports and video footage alleging corrupt practices and illegal financial demands by immigration operatives stationed along the busy international route.
A statement issued on Friday by the Service’s Public Relations Officer, Akinsola Akinlabi, said the affected officers have been temporarily relieved of their duties to allow for a thorough investigation into the allegations.
According to the statement, the Comptroller-General “unequivocally condemns” the conduct captured in the reports, describing it as unacceptable and a direct breach of the ethics, discipline, and operational standards of the Nigeria Immigration Service.
Although the statement did not disclose the exact number of officers affected or the specific formations involved, it confirmed that all personnel linked to the alleged misconduct would be identified and subjected to appropriate disciplinary action.
The Lagos–Seme corridor, linking Nigeria with the Republic of Benin through the Seme Border, remains one of West Africa’s busiest land entry and exit points, handling heavy passenger traffic, cross-border trade, and commercial logistics daily.
The route has, however, long been associated with recurring complaints of harassment, extortion, and abuse of office by some security operatives.
Public outrage over alleged misconduct along the corridor recently resurfaced on social media, prompting renewed scrutiny of the conduct of border officials.
The Immigration Service stressed that the ongoing disciplinary action reflects its commitment to restoring public confidence and strengthening accountability within its ranks.
The statement added that under the leadership of Kemi Nandap, the agency remains committed to professionalism, transparency, and efficient service delivery at all points of entry and exit.
It further warned that any act capable of undermining public trust or tarnishing the image of the Service would not be tolerated.
The NIS urged members of the public to report misconduct through its official social media handles or dedicated hotline numbers, assuring that all complaints would be treated with urgency.
The development comes amid sustained public pressure on security agencies to curb extortion and improve conduct at Nigeria’s border posts, particularly along strategic corridors such as the Lagos–Seme axis.
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