By NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE PROMOTES CYBERSECURITY CULTURE THROUGH AWARENESS PROGRAMME
The Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS, through its ICT and Cybersecurity Directorate, organized a a two-day Cybersecurity Awareness Programme themed “Cyber-Aware Nigeria Immigration Service” for officers of the Service on 16th- 17th June, 2026, at the Service Headquarters, Abuja.
In a statement by the Service Public Relations Officer, Deputy Comptroller of Immigration, AS Akinlabi, the Programme was conducted to enhance the understanding of NIS personnel on cyber risks, strengthen data security practices, and improve their capacity to safeguard critical data systems, digital infrastructure, and sensitive National data.
The Deputy Comptroller-General, ICT and Cybersecurity Directorate, DCG A Obianime in her remarks commended the Comptroller-General of Immigration for her commitment to reform, digital transformation, and institutional capacity development. She stated that the Programme was designed to deepen cybersecurity awareness across all levels of the Service and build on previous efforts aimed at strengthening the Service’s resilience against emerging cyber threats.
On her part while declaring the Programme open, the Comptroller-General of Immigration, Kemi Nanna Nandap, represented by Deputy Comptroller-General, Planning, Research and Statistics Directorate, DCG DM Bagari, emphasized that as the Service continues to expand its digital capabilities, cybersecurity must remain a collective responsibility of all personnel. She noted that the Service, as a custodian of critical National Data, remains a high-value target for cybercriminals and other hostile actors. She further urged the Directorate to extend similar awareness initiatives across all Service formations to strengthen institutional resilience against cyber threats.
The Programme featured presentations on Building a Cyber-Aware Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS Threat Landscape and Threat Analysis, and Cybercrime Foundations and Intelligence in the Digital Era, alongside interactive discussions and practical insights on cyber threat prevention, investigation, and international collaboration.
The initiative underscores the commitment of the Service to strengthening data security, enhancing staff capacity, and fostering a culture of vigilance, discipline, and responsible digital practices in support of effective Migration Management, Border Governance, and National Security.
