The Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled an innovative Online Citizenship and Business Management Platform aimed at making it easier for individuals and companies to apply for business permits, manage expatriate work permits, and process citizenship applications.
Announced by Dr. Magdalene Ajani, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, the platform is part of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda to enhance transparency, efficiency, and service delivery across government operations.
The new system offers a streamlined, user-friendly online process that reduces delays and bureaucracy. It enables local and foreign businesses to apply for and manage permits digitally, ensuring legal compliance. Additionally, the platform features an Expatriate Quota System to help companies hire skilled foreign workers while adhering to immigration laws.
For Nigerian citizens, the Citizenship Administration and Management System simplifies the application and tracking of citizenship services. The Ministry has also introduced a contactless passport renewal service for Nigerians living abroad in countries such as the USA, Canada, and Europe, allowing eligible citizens to renew passports online without visiting offices.
The platform is accessible through the Ministry of Interior’s website and a dedicated portal, with email support available for users.
This digital initiative aligns with wider government efforts to harness technology for improved public service, including the introduction of AI tools like “Service-Wise GPT” for federal civil service automation and plans by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) to digitize 75% of government services by 2027.
