The Adamawa command of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) decorated 104 elevated personnel on Friday.

It also conducted a passing-out parade ceremony of 155 newly recruited personnel.

During the Yola ceremony, Mohammed Azare, NIS comptroller, said the recruited personnel had been exposed to the basic knowledge of immigration duties.

He said the training exercise was geared toward meeting the goals and objectives of the Service, especially manning and protecting the nation’s borders.

“Today, we are witnessing the POP of 155 recruited personnel into the Service who have undergone a three-month induction course in the command.

“However, it is important for you to always remember that Nigeria Immigration Service has zero tolerance for indiscipline and unprofessional conduct,” Mr Azare said.

The comptroller congratulated the promoted officers and men and charged them with more dedication, discipline and professionalism in discharging their duties.

“I have the firm conviction that all of you, the promoted officers and men seated here, fit perfectly into your new ranks, and I am also confident that you will deploy your wealth of experiences toward uplifting and supporting the Service in the attainment of our mandate.

“Let me remind the promoted personnel that, to whom much is given, much is expected,” the NIS boss added.

Mr Azare further appreciated NIS comptroller general Caroline Adepoju for making the induction course possible by providing all the necessary tools.

Ya’uba Mohammed, NIS assistant comptroller, who spoke on behalf of the officers, expressed gratitude for their promotion. He assured them they would be committed by doubling their efforts to meet the NIS mandate.

(NAN)