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NIS Inaugurates Digital Expatriate Residence Permit Platform
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The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) will inaugurate a new digital platform for the application of the Combined Expatriate Residence Permit and Aliens Card (CERPAC) on August 1.
This is contained in a statement issued by the Service Public Relations Officer (SPRO), Assistant Comptroller of Immigration (ACI), Mr Akinsola Akinlabi, on Wednesday in Abuja.
Akinlabi said that the development was in line with the Federal Government’s ongoing efforts to reform the NIS and enhance the efficiency, transparency, and accessibility of its services.
He said that the new portal, accessible at https://cerpac.immigration.gov.ng, was designed to enable applicants submit their CERPAC applications online without the need for physical forms.
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According to him, effective from August 1, the use of physical CERPAC forms will be discontinued.
“All CERPAC applications after July 31 must be submitted solely through the online portal, ‘’ he said.
The NIS spokesman noted that the digital transition was aimed at improving the user experience and ensuring a seamless application process for both individuals and corporate organisations taking immigration responsibility for expatriates.
Akinlabi advised applicants who have paid but have yet to submit their CERPAC forms to do so on or before July 31, to avoid losing their application status and associated payments.
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“Similarly, individuals and companies with pending submissions are strongly encouraged to complete all processes within the stipulated timeline to avoid any inconvenience.
“Any form not submitted before the deadline will be rendered void and invalid.
“All enquiries and correspondence related to this transition should be directed to the service through the office of the Public Relations Officer,” he said.
He, however, reaffirmed the service commitment to delivering more efficient and technology-driven immigration services in line with global best practices.
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Why I Didn’t Attend Buhari’s Burial – Peter Obi
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Presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 elections, Peter Obi, has explained his absence at the burial of former President Muhammadu Buhari, citing flight restrictions as the reason for his inability to attend the ceremony in Daura on Tuesday.
Speaking to journalists shortly after a condolence visit to the late president’s family on Wednesday, Obi said efforts to attend the burial were hampered by a combination of unavailable flights and restricted air traffic to accommodate high-level dignitaries.
“Yes, it was difficult to come here yesterday because there were no flights,” Obi said.
“Even if you had a flight, you couldn’t land at Katsina Airport. It was all closed because of the number of dignitaries attending the burial.”
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The former Anambra State governor, however, stressed that paying respects to the dead transcends the day of burial, noting that his visit was still within the traditional mourning period.
“It is believed that the mourning continues today and tomorrow. Whoever comes today or tomorrow is still part of the mourning,” he said.
Obi recalled his past interactions with Buhari, particularly a meeting during his presidential campaign in which the late leader urged him to focus on the welfare of Nigeria’s poor.
“I had the opportunity of meeting him while I was campaigning, and I remember his words to this day: ‘Please care for the poor Nigerians’. That’s what I always remember,” he said.
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“And I believe he did his been within his capacity. I remember vividly his sincere appeal for fighting and caring for the poor.”
Reflecting on Buhari’s passing, Obi said the former president’s death serves as a solemn reminder of the transient nature of power and life itself.
“We all have to learn how to serve our country, knowing that one day we will be called back by our creator,” he said.
Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away in London on Sunday, was laid to rest on Tuesday in his hometown of Daura with full military honours. His burial was attended by top government officials, foreign dignitaries, and traditional leaders.

Chelsea goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic joined Bournemouth in a deal worth a reported £25 million ($33 million) on Wednesday.
Petrovic agreed a contract that will keep him at the Vitality Stadium until June 2030.
The 25-year-old had been at Chelsea since joining from MLS side New England Revolution in 2023.
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Petrovic, who spent last season on loan at French team Strasbourg, made 31 appearances for the west London club.
“I’m really happy to be here. I came to Bournemouth because I want to grow and I want to play at the best level,” the Serbia international said.
“Together with this club, with these facilities, I think we can achieve it. I want to help the team get the results, improve every day and be a better player.”
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Bournemouth had Kepa Arrizabalaga on loan from Chelsea last season.
The Spain keeper has since joined Arsenal on a permanent basis, while Cherries back-up Mark Travers signed for Everton on Tuesday.
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Lagos To Reinstate Psychiatric Tests For Traffic Offenders
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July 16, 2025By
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The Lagos State Government has announced plans to reinstate psychiatric assessments for traffic offenders within the state.
Mr. Sola Giwa, Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, disclosed this during the official presentation of the communiqué from the second Lagos Traffic Conference, held on Wednesday.
The conference also marked the 25th anniversary of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA).
Giwa said the decision followed strategic discussions and key recommendations aimed at enhancing traffic management and road safety across Lagos.
He noted the recommendations were designed to improve LASTMA’s effectiveness, mandate, and moral standing.
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“For the mental health assessment of offenders, the agency should reintroduce psychiatric evaluation for those caught driving against traffic,” Giwa said.
He explained the measure aligns with previous road safety strategies to instill discipline and deter errant road users.
Giwa also stated that LASTMA officers would undergo international training to meet global traffic management standards.
Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, LASTMA General Manager, spoke about a 20-year blueprint for a technology-driven traffic system in Lagos.
Bakare-Oki confirmed the agency was progressing well in its vision for improved traffic regulation.
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He said the agency began compiling detailed traffic incident data last year, including crashes and other road events across Lagos.
“This deliberate approach gives us a credible database that allows the government to plan better and make informed decisions,” he said.
The blueprint also includes a focus on improving LASTMA officers’ welfare to enhance performance and service delivery.
He highlighted Lagos State’s increased use of Information Technology Systems (ITS), as seen around Allen Roundabout and other areas.
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“The ITS tools monitor, control, and enforce traffic behaviour in real time,” he said.
He said surveillance cameras had been installed on the Third Mainland Bridge and around Alapere to promote speed control and road safety.
Bakare-Oki added that the camera installations followed incidents of road rage after rehabilitation of the bridge.
“Since deploying the cameras, road crashes on that stretch have declined,” he said.
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He stressed the initiative was not for revenue generation but to safeguard lives and property and assured that residents would soon witness major improvements in LASTMA’s operations.
Mr. Ayodeji Gbeleyi, Director General of the Bureau of Public Enterprises, also congratulated LASTMA on its 25th anniversary.
Represented by Mr. Nonso Okechukwu, he described LASTMA as a beacon of traffic management excellence in Nigeria.
He urged LASTMA to lead engagements with private transport operators in line with state traffic policies.
Gbeleyi noted that Lagos’ vision of a smarter, safer city could be achieved through strategic partnerships.
He affirmed the Bureau’s readiness to provide policy support, PPP advisory, and institutional guidance.
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