Nigeria Immigration Service Accused of Issuing Second Passport to Woman Facing N500 Million Fraud Trial
Questions have emerged over the conduct of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) following allegations that a second international passport was issued to Rebecca Godwin-Isaac while her original passport was reportedly in court custody as part of an ongoing N500 million fraud case.
According to reports, the original passport had been surrendered in compliance with court proceedings linked to the fraud trial. However, concerns were raised after it was alleged that another passport was subsequently issued to the defendant during the pendency of the case.
The development has sparked debate over the procedures for passport issuance, particularly in cases involving individuals facing criminal prosecution and subject to court-imposed restrictions.
Legal observers argue that if confirmed, the issuance of a second passport while the first remained in court custody could raise questions about regulatory compliance, inter-agency coordination, and the effectiveness of measures designed to prevent defendants from evading judicial processes.
The case has also renewed public interest in the ongoing N500 million fraud trial, with many calling for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the alleged issuance of the travel document.
As of the time of reporting, relevant authorities had not publicly provided detailed explanations regarding the allegations. Stakeholders are expected to seek clarification on whether established procedures were followed and whether any administrative lapses occurred.
The matter continues to attract attention as the fraud proceedings remain before the court.