The United Kingdom and Nigeria have unveiled a new three-year strategic plan aimed at combating organised immigration crime and strengthening border security.
The agreement was announced in a joint statement by the UK Home Office during the state visit of Bola Ahmed Tinubuto the UK.
Signed by Shabana Mahmood and Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the deal outlines measures to tackle visa abuse, improve legal frameworks, and enhance operational cooperation between both countries.
As part of the plan, Nigeria will review its laws to impose stricter penalties for immigration-related offences, including the use of fraudulent travel documents. Both nations also committed to tightening visa processes and expanding legal provisions to prosecute offenders.
The partnership will further strengthen the UK–Nigeria Organised Immigration Crime Unit through improved data sharing and coordinated operations. The UK also pledged to support Nigeria with training and capacity building for border security agencies.
In addition, both countries agreed to collaborate on protecting vulnerable migrants, particularly women and children, while improving document verification systems and monitoring mechanisms.
Officials say the initiative reflects a shared commitment to addressing migration challenges through cooperation and mutual support, while also boosting broader ties in security and economic development.
