ACHAD: Nigeria Immigration Service alerts public to new religious sect

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has raised an alarm over the emergence of a new religious sect called ACHAD, which promotes African Traditional Religion.

In a circular issued by the Comptroller General of Immigration on January 15, 2025, the NIS revealed that the sect has established its headquarters in Kaduna State.

The circular with reference number NIS/HQ/CGI/943/T/34 is titled “emergence of a new sect named ACHAD life Mission International”

The circular reads “I am directed to inform that the intelligence gathered by the Service reveals the emergence of a new Sect called ACHAD life Mission International.

The circular signed by CIS AA ARIDEGBE, principal Staff Officer to the Comptroller General of the Service is for the attention of all directorates, All Zonal command, all Training Institutions are all state Commands of the service and border formations.

“The intelligence reports that the Sect have their Headquarters in Kaduna, while its leader, one Mr. Yokana, lives in Jos, Plateau State.

“It further notes that the Sect neither believes in Islam nor Christianity, but preaches the restoration of the African tradition and support to humanity.

“The intelligence further reveals that the Sect has been canvassing for members both within and outside Nigeria, and is possibly involved in human trafficking and child separation.

“In light of the above, you are requested to stay vigilant, and report immediately any sign of the Sect, and where possible arrest and revert accordingly.

“This is for your information and strict compliance, please”.