The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has launched an investigation into an incident where a female traveler destroyed a Nigerian passport at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. The incident, which was captured on video and circulated on social media, shows the woman, identified as Mrs. Igiebor, tearing her husband’s passport shortly after they arrived at the airport on August 10, 2024.
The NIS has condemned the actions of Mrs. Igiebor, stating that they may be in violation of Section 10(b) of the Immigration Act 2015, which prohibits the willful destruction of Nigerian travel documents. The service has emphasized its commitment to enforcing the Immigration Act and preserving the integrity of Nigeria’s legal and diplomatic instruments.
The NIS Public Relations Officer, Kenneth Udo, released a statement on Sunday announcing the investigation and highlighting the importance of upholding the provisions of the Immigration Act in the interest of national security. The service is taking the incident seriously and will take appropriate action to address the violation.
The incident has sparked concern among the public, with many calling for swift action to be taken against Mrs. Igiebor. The NIS has assured the public that it will do everything in its power to ensure that the integrity of Nigerian travel documents is maintained.
