The Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) has responded to a viral video showing a woman tearing up her husband’s international passport upon their arrival at the airport with their children.
In a press statement posted on the Commission’s official X (formerly Twitter) account, the NIS announced the launch of a formal investigation into the incident.
“The Nigerian Immigration Service has initiated a formal investigation into the recent viral video depicting a woman destroying her husband’s international passport at an airport. This action was observed as the couple, accompanied by their children, had just arrived at the airport.”
The NIS expressed concern over the seriousness of the situation, emphasizing that tampering with or destroying an international passport is a grave offense under Nigerian law. The investigation aims to uncover the circumstances surrounding the incident, identify the individuals involved, and ensure that appropriate legal actions are taken.
The NIS has assured the public that the matter will be handled with the utmost urgency and transparency. The service reiterated its commitment to upholding the integrity of Nigeria’s travel documents and ensuring that such incidents are dealt with promptly and effectively.
The statement concluded by urging citizens to respect the sanctity of travel documents and adhere to the laws governing their use. The NIS also reminded the public of the importance of resolving personal disputes through legal and peaceful means rather than resorting to destructive actions that could have severe legal consequences.
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