The Nigeria Immigration Service has enrolled 5,099 applicants in its Special Passport Intervention Exercise across centres in London and Manchester since the programme began. The exercise, launched on September 7, 2026, aims to clear backlogs of new passport applications, renewals, and pending cases for Nigerians in the United Kingdom. Eligible applicants are required to book appointments through official channels and present necessary documentation at designated centres.
According to a Day 12 update posted on its X handle on Sunday, NIS said the exercise continued without interruption on Saturday, September 19, 2026. A total of 516 applicants were enrolled on that day, with 370 in Manchester and 146 in London. The Immigration Service confirmed that passport production and dispatch for previously enrolled applicants are proceeding smoothly.
The special exercise was launched under the directive of the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. High demand led to an extension of operations in London and Manchester beyond the original mid-September end date. The NIS urged applicants to continue cooperating with officials to ensure the smooth execution of the exercise.
The Nigeria Immigration Service has assured applicants that the exercise remains ongoing. Applicants are required to book appointments through official channels and present the necessary documentation at the designated centres. The NIS has been working to clear the backlog of passport applications, and the exercise is part of its efforts to improve service delivery.
The Special Passport Intervention Exercise is a significant initiative by the Nigeria Immigration Service to address the challenges faced by Nigerians in the United Kingdom in obtaining passports. The exercise has been well-received by applicants, who have been able to access passport services in a timely and efficient manner.
The Nigeria Immigration Service has a long history of providing essential services to Nigerians, both at home and abroad. The Special Passport Intervention Exercise is part of its efforts to improve service delivery and ensure that Nigerians in the United Kingdom have access to essential documents, such as passports.
The exercise is expected to continue until all backlogs of passport applications have been cleared. The Nigeria Immigration Service has urged applicants to be patient and cooperative as it works to complete the exercise. The successful completion of the exercise will be a significant achievement for the NIS and will improve the lives of many Nigerians in the United Kingdom.
Key points
- The Nigeria Immigration Service has enrolled 5,099 applicants in its Special Passport Intervention Exercise.
- The exercise aims to clear backlogs of new passport applications, renewals, and pending cases for Nigerians in the United Kingdom.
- The exercise was launched under the directive of the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, and has been extended due to high demand.
