The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has warned Nigerians to avoid using any third-party platforms for passport applications, describing them as fraudulent.
In a statement shared on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Monday, the agency dismissed recent online claims about its passport application and payment system as false and misleading, noting that such information could confuse the public.
The Service reaffirmed that its digital passport process is secure and operates strictly through its official portal. It emphasised that all applications and payments—whether from Nigerians at home or abroad—must be done only through its authorised website.
NIS also rejected claims suggesting any partnership with religious organisations or private entities in its payment process.
“At no time has the Service partnered with or authorised any religious organisation, private entity, or individual to act as an intermediary or receiving account on its behalf,” the statement said.
Addressing the circulating allegations directly, the agency described them as completely untrue and inconsistent with its established processes.
The Service added that it has launched an investigation into the source of the misinformation and warned that those responsible will face appropriate action.
NIS urged the public to rely solely on official communication channels and avoid engaging with unofficial links or intermediaries when applying for passports.
