Oba Of Benin Tasks Immigration On Border Security

The Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, has challenged the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) on effective policing of Nigeria’s borders and dealing with security threats.

Oba Ewuare II gave the advice yesterday when the NIS comptroller of Edo State Command, Uba Waziri, led his management team to the palace in Benin City.

The traditional ruler also charged the leadership of Nigerian military and other security agencies to prioritise the welfare of their personnel, as a critical building block to succeeding in the battle field.

He said, “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 eminent monarch pledged the palace’s support for NIS to discharge its duties and commended the public relations officer of the state command, Kenneth Ake, for giving a good account of himself.

In his address, the comptroller, Nigeria Immigration Service, Edo State Command, Uba Waziri, said he came to pay his respect to the Oba of Benin as tradition demands and also thank Oba Ewuare II for the support Benin Kingdom has given the service over the years.

The immigration comptroller solicited for royal prayers and support during the visit.