President Tinubu Extends Tenures of Nigeria Immigration and Correctional Service Chiefs by 18 Months
President Bola Tinubu approved an 18-month tenure extension for two key Nigerian agency heads.
In Brief
- •President Bola Tinubu approved an 18-month tenure extension for two key Nigerian agency heads.
- •Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, Controller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service, will serve until May 26, 2028.
- •Kemi Nanna Nandap, Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service, will remain in office through June 30, 2028.
- •The extensions were granted following a recommendation from Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.
Why It Matters
The extension provides administrative stability across Nigeria's border management and penal institutions. By maintaining current leadership, the administration seeks to build upon existing organizational reforms and maintain continuity within internal security agencies.
Key Details
- Extension Duration
- 18 months
- Nwakuche Term Expiration
- May 26, 2028
- Nandap Term Expiration
- June 30, 2028
- Recommending Authority
- Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo
Context & Background
Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche was appointed Controller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service in December 2024 and confirmed by the Senate in March 2025. Kemi Nanna Nandap was nominated Comptroller-General of Immigration on February 21, 2024, receiving Senate confirmation on March 1, 2024.
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