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The Nigerian Immigration Service,(NIS), Delta State Command decorates 104 Officers

By: Ike Philip Abiagom

The Delta State Comptroller of the Service, Mr. Idris Mohammed Yako, who presided over the decoration of 104 officers at the State Command,’s headquarters in Ibusa on Thursday, said they were among the over 13,000 officers of the Service promoted across the country  .

Mr. Yako said 6,697 officers were elevated across ranks, from Assistant Superintendent of Immigration (ASI) to the prestigious rank of Assistant Comptroller General (ACG), while 7,280 officers were promoted to the rank of Inspector of Immigration, with five exceptional officers receiving special promotions for their outstanding performance and contributions.

He expressed gratitude to the Minister of Interior, Dr.Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo and the Comptroller General of Immigration Service, (CGIS) Mrs Kemi Nanna Nandap (Pcc,Mmis,Fsm) for approving the promotions.

The State Comptroller of Immigration acknowledged officers and men serving in Delta State for their exemplary service and dedication which earned them the recognition.

According to him, 5 of them were promoted to Deputy Comptroller of Immigration (DCI), 8 to Assistant Comptroller of Immigration (ACI), 7 to Chief Superintendent of Immigration (CSI), 6 to Superintendent of Immigration (SI), 58 toDeputy Superintendent of Immigration (DSI), 6 toAssistant Superintendent of Immigration I (ASI1), 5 toAssistant Superintendent of Immigration II (ASI2) and 4 to Inspector of Immigration (II) –

Mr. Yako stated that they not only reflected the competence and commitment of those promoted, but also the continuous growth and progress within the Service, assuring that NIS would remain dedicated to rewarding diligence, enhancing leadership, and building a highly motivated and professional workforce.

To the newly promoted officers, he extended his heartfelt congratulations, noting that they earned the advancement through hard work, resilience, and dedication.

The Comptroller, however, reminded the lucky officers that the new ranks came with greater responsibilities, and expressed the hope that they  would continue to uphold the values of the Service, ensure the safety and integrity of the borders and the welfare of citizens.

Responding on behalf of the promotees, one of the new Deputy Comptrollers of Immigration, James Ezechine thanked the CGIS, Mrs Kemi Nanna Nandep and the Comptroller, Delta State Command, Mr. Idris Mohammed Yako, for their roles in their promotion and pledged that they would rededicate themselves to their duties.

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