The Lagos State Command of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has detained 125 foreigners for immigration-related crimes. 82 of them will be sent back to their home countries.
The Nation said that the operation, which was done with the help of the Nigeria Police Force on March 30, took place in regions of Lagos State, such as Agege, Alimosho, Ebute Metta, and Badagry.
Mohamed Adamu, the Assistant Comptroller-General in charge of Zone A, said that the exercise was based on intelligence and was meant to improve internal security and migration management.
He said that the people who were arrested included 100 people from the Republic of Niger and 25 people from the Republic of Mali.
He said that 43 of the migrants had genuine ECOWAS Travel Certificates and National Identity Biometric Cards, while 82 others did not have valid travel documents, residence permits, or ways to make a living.
Adamu added that the people who were affected were considered illegal immigrants and will be sent back to their home countries in accordance with the Immigration Act of 2015.
He also said that the operation was done in a professional way and in line with human rights standards.
The Immigration Service said that the drill was part of continuing efforts across the country to stop illegal immigration and make the border safer.
“It is based on intelligence and is a cooperative effort between the Nigeria Police Force and the Nigeria Immigration Service. He remarked, “The goal is to make sure that everyone who comes to Nigeria follows immigration laws.”
He said that the Service would keep up the pressure.
“It’s something you do all the time. He remarked, “The main goal is national security and to keep crime and criminals to a minimum.”
Chris Onojinrin, the Lagos State Command’s Comptroller of Immigration Service (CIS), said that the migrants will be sent back to their home countries within 48 hours once the proper procedures were followed.
He also said that the consulates of the nations that were affected had been told.
Onodjiri told firms to follow the rules for employing foreign workers.
“Before bringing foreigners into Nigeria, they should go to immigration offices or look at our website for help. He answered, “It is required.”
Adamu said again that the Service does not have a problem with foreigners who follow the law.
He remarked, “Any foreigner who follows the law is free to do business, but those who don’t have no place in the country.”
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