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Automation of passport application begins January 8 – Interior Minister

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has declared that the automated passport application process will commence operations on January 8, 2024.

In December 2023, the minister announced that the Federal Government was actively working towards implementing a comprehensive automation system for passport applications in the country.

Interior Minister Tunji-Ojo [PHOTO CREDIT: Google]

At the time, the minister stated that the automated application system was ’99 percent complete,’ emphasizing that the process would involve uploading passport photos and supporting documents.

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While inspecting the facilities of the Nigeria Immigration Service in Abuja, Tunji-Ojo, accompanied by the Comptroller General of the Service, Wura-Ola Adepoju, mentioned on Monday that the automation would enable Nigerians to apply for and complete their passport application process online, eliminating the need for human contact.

He emphasised that the ministry has initiated training processes, paving the way for the live launch of automation.

Tunji-Ojo while inspecting the facilities of the Nigeria Immigration Service in Abuja [PHOTO CREDIT: X.]

The minister highlighted that this initiative aims to enhance the country’s security architecture, enabling swift detection of counterfeit passport applications and alleviating bottlenecks.

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Below are pictures from the inspection of the facilities of the Nigeria Immigration Service in Abuja.

Friday Omosola
Friday Omosola
Friday Omosola is a News Editor at NRTC who's passionate about investigating and reporting under-reported social and political issues in Africa. With his in-depth research and writing skills, Friday is committed to promoting transparency, accountability, and social justice through journalism.

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