Nigeria Immigration Service suspends officer over alleged drug trafficking

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has taken swift action against one of its personnel, Akomolafe Gbenga Michael, stationed at the Murtala Muhammad International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos, suspending him over multiple charges of alleged drug trafficking.

According to a statement issued on Wednesday by NIS Spokesman, DCI Kenneth Udo, the officer is currently facing arraignment before a Federal High Court in Lagos. The Service has initiated internal processes and placed Michael under suspension since May 2024, pending the court’s determination of his culpability or otherwise.

He said; “The Service wishes to inform the public that the officer in question has since been subjected to internal processes and placed under suspension following the allegation of his involvement in the case in May, 2024.

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“The Service, therefore, fully supports the court proceedings aimed at determining the level of his culpability.

“Nigeria Immigration Service awaits the court judgement before making further comments on this to avoid subjudice.”

The NIS has reaffirmed its commitment to upholding discipline and maintaining a zero-tolerance policy towards criminality within its ranks.

“The Service reaffirms its commitment to excellent service delivery, discipline, and zero tolerance for criminality and will not hesitate to sanction any officer whose conduct is contrary to these ideals,” the statement reads.

By suspending the officer and supporting the court proceedings, the Service demonstrates its dedication to ensuring that its personnel adhere to the highest standards of integrity.

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