By Joy Omagha Idam
Nigerians living outside Madrid are set to enjoy easier access to passport enrolment services as the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) deploys a Mobile Enrolment Unit to the Nigerian Embassy in Spain, in a major boost to consular service delivery and support for citizens in the diaspora.
The Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to the Kingdom of Spain, His Excellency, Dr Okezie Victor Ikpeazu, has commended the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service, KN Nandap, for approving the deployment, describing the initiative as a practical demonstration of responsive leadership and commitment to the welfare of Nigerians abroad.
Ambassador Ikpeazu gave the commendation on Friday, November 13, 2026, when the Head of the Immigration Section at the Nigerian Embassy in Madrid, Mr Ayotunde Adigun, formally presented the Mobile Enrolment Unit to him in the presence of other embassy officials.
The new facility is expected to make passport enrolment more accessible to Nigerians residing in provinces outside Madrid, particularly those who previously had to undertake long journeys to access the service.
The Ambassador noted that the initiative would significantly reduce the inconvenience, travel expenses and time associated with passport enrolment, while bringing essential immigration services closer to members of the Nigerian community across Spain.
He described the deployment as a citizen-centred intervention that reflects the importance of making government services more accessible, efficient and responsive to the needs of Nigerians wherever they reside.
Ikpeazu expressed appreciation to the Comptroller-General and the management of the Nigeria Immigration Service for responding positively to the needs of Nigerians in Spain.
He also reaffirmed the Embassy’s commitment to strengthening consular services and ensuring that Nigerians within its jurisdiction receive efficient, accessible and quality assistance.
The Ambassador urged eligible Nigerians to take advantage of the Mobile Enrolment Unit once its operational schedules and locations are announced.
He assured members of the Nigerian community that the Embassy would continue to explore opportunities to improve service delivery and enhance their experience when accessing consular assistance.
The deployment further highlights the importance of collaboration between Nigerian diplomatic missions and relevant government agencies in addressing the needs of citizens abroad.
With the introduction of the Mobile Enrolment Unit, Nigerians in Spain can look forward to greater convenience in accessing passport enrolment services, reducing the challenges associated with long-distance travel to Madrid.