South East Exclusion Claims Rock Passport Printing Policy

Claims of regional exclusion have emerged following the Federal Government’s passport printing policy, with stakeholders from the South East alleging that the zone has been sidelined in the arrangement.

Critics argue that the absence of a passport printing centre in the South East has contributed to delays and difficulties faced by applicants in the region. They contend that the policy undermines the principles of fairness and federal character.

Civil society groups and political leaders from the zone have called on the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) and the Federal Government to urgently address the concerns by establishing a printing facility in the region. They warn that continued neglect could deepen feelings of marginalisation.

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In response, officials familiar with the policy said the current arrangement is based on logistics, cost efficiency, and security considerations, not regional bias. They noted that plans are underway to expand capacity nationwide to meet rising demand.

The controversy has sparked renewed debate on equitable distribution of federal infrastructure and services. Analysts say addressing the issue promptly could help rebuild trust and improve service delivery.

As discussions continue, affected applicants hope for swift action to ease passport processing challenges and ensure equal access across all regions.