Akeredolu Tasks Immigration On Proper Border Patrol

Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has called on the Nigeria Immigration Service to improve on securing the land borders.

Akeredolu said during a courtesy visit by the Zonal Coordinator Zone ‘F’ of the Nigeria Immigration Service, ACG Dora Amahian.

He said it was important to stop foreign herders from gaining access into the country, adding that most crimes perpetrated in the state forest reserves were done by foreigners.

The governor said the rate of foreigners gaining access into the country through the land borders was alarming.

He said, “We all know what this service is established to do. It’s clear to us. The number of people who come into Nigeria through the land border is becoming alarming.

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“Knowing your efforts to secure our borders, we are worried about some foreigners that come in and are almost permanent in our forest reserve. I know a number of criminal activities that are being perpetrated in our reserves that are done by foreigners.

“Yes! Foreigners. They might be Fulanis but they are not Nigerians. I think there must be collaborations. Collaborations with other security agencies. That way you can function well and achieve more results. Collaborate with security agencies like Amotekun.

“Peace is very important to us, not only in the Southwest or Ondo state but peace in the country. All over the country, we are being ravaged by foreigners.”

In her address, ACG Amahian praised the cordial relationship between the state and the immigration service.

She said the passion of the Governor for good governance and delivery of dividends of democracy has been seen in his ability to maintain peace as evident in the peaceful co-existence of the diverse people of the state.

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