Efforts have reached advanced states by authorities of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) to deploy e-border solutions in parts of Kebbi state, a north-western state bordering Niger Republic.
The solutions are to be deployed to its Forward Operating Base (FOB) located at Kyengyakwai, Kamba Control Post, Dole Kaina (Land), and Lolo (Marine) Control Posts.
According to the public relations officer of the NIS, Kenneth Udo, the technology solutions are being built and installed in the areas to provide real-time intelligence and surveillance services for the nation’s border.
Udo said in a statement that the Comptroller-General of the NIS, Kemi Nanna Nandap conducted a two-day working visit to Kebbi state at the weekend for an on-the-spot assessment of the nation’s borders.
He quoted Nandap as saying that the intelligence gathered from e-border solutions would be swiftly shared among the security agencies to further enhance collaboration.
Udo said Nandap also visited Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State and traditional rulers of border towns to strengthen collaboration with the stakeholders on enhanced border security.
According to him, the Comptroller-General emphasised the service’s readiness to continue deploying advanced technology to safeguard Nigeria’s borders.
Nandap hinted that the e-border solutions already being deployed would help checkmate trans-border crimes and other related offences.
Governor Nasir promised to provide some vehicles to enhance the operational efficiency of the NIS in Kebbi assuring that the partnership underscores a shared commitment to promoting national security and a sustainable migration governance system.
He further promised to assist as may be required to enhance the operational efficiency of the Regional Migration Academy, Tugga.
Nandap also visited and held discussions with the Emir of Gwandu and chairman of the Kebbi State Council of Chiefs, Major General Muhammad Bashar (retd.), and the border community leader from Kamba Community.
Udo said discussions extended to other stakeholders whose proximity to border crossings and knowledge of the locality make them invaluable assets in identifying and addressing security threats.
Nandap also interacted with personnel of the NIS state command and advised them to be sensitive, vigilant, and show a high sense of responsibility for their duties.
