The Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, has challenged the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) on effective policing of Nigeria’s borders.
First class Benin monarch gave the advice yesterday, October 2, 2023 when the NIS comptroller of Edo State Command, Uba Waziri, visited the palace in Benin City, Edo together with his team management.
Oba Ewuare II also charged the leadership of Nigerian military and other security agencies to prioritise the welfare of their officers.
According to him: “I am sure you know that our border is very porous, especially in Northern part of Nigeria. I wonder how the Immigration Service has been protecting our borders with the right equipment.
“The situation is almost like the Nigerian Army. In protecting our borders, it is very important to look after them (personnel); Provide the facilities, the equipment, training and welfare for our Immigration officers because their job is not easy.”
The first class monarch pledged the palace’s support for the agency to discharge its duties effectively.
The monarch also applauded public relations officer of the state command, Kenneth Ake, for giving a good account of the agency and himself.
