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Interior Minister Launches Automated System For Online Passport Application
Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has revealed that the International Passport Automation system has been launched.
The system was launched in Abuja on Monday, January 8, 2024 and would enable users to upload their passport photographs and other supporting documents from the comfort of their homes for the purpose of getting an international passport, thus reducing human contact in the process.
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The portal works for both fresh applications and renewal of passports.
According to the Minister, the new system is important in strengthening the country’s security architecture and safeguarding Nigerian residents’ comfort and convenience.
He said the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) had deployed document verification personnel across all local government areas in the country to improve document verification.
Tunji-Ojo emphasized the government’s commitment to putting a stop to the use of forged documents in passport applications.
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