Nigeria Boldly Embraces Digital Sovereignty with New Immigration Platform
Nigeria takes a bold step towards digital sovereignty with the launch of a new immigration platform for expatriate permits. This groundbreaking initiative by the Nigeria Immigration Service marks a decisive break from colonial-era paper systems, showcasing African technological capabilities.
Nigeria Immigration Service's new digital platform interface - A symbol of technological independence
Nigeria Immigration Service Launches Ground-breaking Digital Initiative
In a powerful move towards technological independence, the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has unveiled a revolutionary digital platform for managing expatriate permits, asserting our nation's commitment to modernization on our own terms.
Breaking Free from Legacy Systems
The new Combined Expatriate Residence Permit and Automated Card (CERPAC) platform, proudly hosted at cerpac.immigration.gov.ng, represents a decisive step in Nigeria's digital transformation journey. This is not just another government portal – it's a statement of our technological capabilities and sovereign control over our immigration processes.
Digital Liberation Timeline
Come August 1, 2025, Nigeria will completely shed the colonial-era burden of paper-based applications. This bold transition sends a clear message: Africa is not waiting for Western solutions but creating its own digital future.
"This platform exemplifies Nigeria's commitment to building robust, independent systems that serve our national interests while meeting global standards," states NIS Public Relations Officer, Akinsola Akinlabi.
Critical Deadlines for Transition
- July 31, 2025: Final deadline for physical CERPAC form submissions
- August 1, 2025: Complete transition to digital-only applications
- Current Period: Time for expatriates to adapt to the new sovereign system
This digital transformation isn't just about efficiency – it's about asserting Nigeria's position as a leader in Africa's technological revolution, managing our borders and expatriate community with systems built by Africans for African needs.
Tunde Okoro
Nigerian journalist with a Pan-African voice. Covers politics, sovereignty, and social justice across West Africa.