The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has publicly cleared the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Kemi Nandap, of any involvement in the ongoing investigation into alleged visa fraud within the agency. In a statement posted on its official X account on Monday, July 21, 2025, the commission explicitly denied media reports linking Nandap to the probe.
"The Commission wishes to state unequivocally that it has no case with the Immigration CG," the EFCC wrote. "The Immigration CG is not remotely connected to these investigations."
EFCC Confirms Active Court Cases Against NIS Officers
While the commission cleared Nandap, it confirmed that cases of alleged visa racketeering involving certain immigration officers are already before the Federal High Court. The EFCC also stated that its investigations remain active and that additional NIS officers may face charges in the near future. The statement did not identify any officers currently under prosecution or further scrutiny.
The EFCC urged journalists and media organizations to contact the commission directly before publishing stories about its activities to prevent the spread of inaccurate information.
Public Reactions to the EFCC Statement
The clarification drew sharp criticism from some Nigerians on X, with several users questioning the commission's priorities. @Bigdwith wrote: "So u can't go for other sister agencies who are corrupted? You can't go for politicians. You can't go after civil servants. Omo wetin really be una work? Very useless organization. I too believe in ICPC pass una." @maduabuchiopoke questioned the commission's independence, asking: "Abeg, which past politician the president wants you people to probe next?" @ProvidenceEssi3 simply described the situation as a "Banana Republic."
Background and Context
The EFCC's statement comes amid heightened public scrutiny of corruption within government agencies. The commission has previously warned against fake recruitment messages, as reported by Legit.ng on July 20, 2025, where it dismissed claims of a secret recruitment exercise as false. The anti-graft agency continues to face criticism over its enforcement priorities and perceived selectivity in investigations.
