Following the recent allegation by a Dubai-bound Nigerian citizen of sharp practices by some Personnel during passenger clearance which occurred about 3 weeks ago at the Lagos Airport.

In a statement signed by the service acting spokesman, CSI Kenneth Kure who disclosed that the Comptroller General of Immigration, Isah Jere Idris, MFR, has ordered an investigation into the matter.

The statement reads, “The Comptroller General of Immigration has ordered the withdrawal of the entire shift on duty at time of the incidence to allow unhindered investigations.”

“CGI Isah Jere wishes to use this opportunity to reiterate his administration’s zero tolerance for sharp practices and that such would be met with stiff sanctions to any staff found involved”.

“The CGI hereby encourages members of the public to feel free to contact the Service through its various public communication channels, including twitter and Facebook handles @nigimmigration to lay complaints and report any misdemeanour by any member of staff for appropriate sanctions.”