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| Nigeria Immigration Service officers and IOM representatives |
The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) has handed over solar-powered, state-of-the-art Migration Information and Data Analysis System (MIDAS) workstation to the Nigeria Immigration Service in Seme Border.
The IOM team led by Maysa Khalil AL-Jumaili, the Programme Manager of International Border Governance (IBG) on Friday, handed over the infrastructure to the Nigeria Immigration Service office Seme Border Command, Lagos State.
IOM installed Solar panels with batteries, inverter and three MIDAS Systems with a higher capacity server to enhance efficiency in the processing of travellers more rapidly and professionally.
The system allows the collection, processing, storage, and analysis of migrants data in the country. Traveller information and sharing this data in real-time across our national border networks.
DSI Enoch Aparshe the Public Relations Officer (PRO) Said "Also as part of the event, IOM is going to conduct training for About 25 officers of Seme Border Command on the installation and usage of the MIDAS infrastructure and devices."
DT Audu Pcc, JP, the Comptroller Immigration Service Seme Border Command, in his welcoming address said "It is my pleasure to welcome everyone here seated to this occasion of the Handing over of Solar Power Systems and MIDAS Infrastructure donated by IOM to NIS, Seme Border Command."
Maysa Khalil AL-Jumaili said "this is our second project in Seme Border, and this is the 34th site where MIDAS has been installed in Nigeria. It has been installed in airports, sea ports and land borders."
Speaking at the event, ACG KA Sadiq Pcc., the Zonal Coordinator Zone A' Lagos, who represented Caroline Wura Adepoju Ag. fsi, Pcc+, the Comptroller General of Nigeria Immigration Service, said, "Today marks a significant moment in the advancement of technology and the continued collaboration between the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) and our esteemed Service."
Sadiq noted that "this is a testament to the power of Partnership and a commitment to enhancing the efficiency of our nation by checking all recorded entry and exit data against national and international watch lists from INTERPOL and other sources, activating real-time synchronisation of data between the International borders."
KA Sadiq said the Acting Comptroller General, Caroline Wura-Ola Adepoju fsi pss+, appreciates IOM for the generous provision of this cutting-edge technology to the various exit and entry points across the country.
"Essentially, the MIDAS workstation represents a milestone in data processing and border management. It offers an array of capabilities that will undoubtedly strengthen our country's security measures and streamline the immigration facilitation of foreigners travel."
With the introduction of MIDAS workstation, the officers will be empowered with real-time data and analytics, enabling them to make informed decisions swiftly and efficiently. This will keep the officers ahead of Immigration and control of migrant processes through modern solutions that facilitate seamless and secure border control.
"The newly installed solar-powered MIDAS workstation will provide a constant power supply while ensuring expedited processing times, the highest standards of security checks, and the preservation of data collated," Sadiq said.
Sadiq said, "The Immigration Service shall apply these MIDAS devices to safeguard our borders, protect national sovereignty, and create an environment conducive to economic growth and development.
"The seamless integration of the MIDAS workstation impeccably aligns with these objectives, fostering my utmost confidence in its substantial contribution to the overall welfare of our nation. Moreover, the handover of these MIDAS devices will significantly enhance day-to-day Immigration clearance procedures for the officers and men of the Command, furthering their capabilities and efficiency," he added.