Nigerians Face Passport Extortion and High Costs Amid Corruption Scandal

The article exposes corruption within the Nigerian passport application process, revealing instances of extortion and inflated costs. Despite the introduction of advanced technology to streamline the process, officials at various passport offices, including in Lagos and Abuja, demand extra payments from applicants.

The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji Ojo, is criticized for failing to address the corruption that has led to increased fees for passports, causing frustration among Nigerian citizens.