Corporate entities operating in Nigeria face a constant, immense regulatory challenge: managing migration complexity while maintaining focus on core business objectives. The typical firm attempts to handle this internally or resorts to generalized service providers, treating compliance as mere paperwork. This is a critical error.
The truth is, Nigerian immigration law, expatriate quotas, and CERPAC procedures are a high-stakes, specialized environment. Navigating the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) and the Ministry of Interior without deep, insider knowledge results in project delays, talent crises, and avoidable financial penalties. You are not outsourcing “heavy lifting”—you are outsourcing high-level regulatory risk.
The failure of generic consultancy is its lack of authority. Most firms cannot navigate the unforeseen bureaucratic bottlenecks because they lack hands-on experience within the regulatory systems they claim to manage. The pain is not the application itself; it is the unpredictable chaos, the sudden rejection, the unexpected audit, the Quota slot lost due to inaccurate Annual Returns filing.
Viopat Consultants was conceived specifically to bridge the critical gap between regulatory complexity and corporate demand. We are not generalists; we are proven experts who have worked within the system at its highest levels.
Our difference is defined by our team’s history, a history rooted in compliance, integrity, and command. Our formidable team is composed of seasoned professionals with deep experience and wide-ranging networks within the Nigerian regulatory agencies.
To be the best fit in the provision of world class migration related service delivery systems. in accordance with best practices.
To provide a one-stop-shop clearing hub for migration matters for individuals and corporate concerns in country of origin, transit and residence (globally), Nigerians and businesses with expatriate employment and their management thereof.
We are guided by unwavering professional authority, ethical integrity, and a commitment to delivering predictable compliance for every client mandate.
CPP Obua is a results-oriented Consultant with more than 35 years of experience on migration governance and border security management. He previously worked with the Nigeria Immigration Service from 1988-2023, with demonstrated ability in fraud detection; expatriate quota administration; intelligence, investigation, monitoring and surveillance; passport, visa, residency and citizenship administration. He holds Master’s Degree in International Law and Diplomacy from the University of Jos; Bachelor of Arts Degree (History/Philosophy) from the University of Ife (now Obafemi Awolowo university, OAU) and is also certified in ISO 9001: 2015 QMS as Lead Auditor and Lead Implementer in Service Delivery. He rose as a Comptroller of Immigration and held several positions in Lagos State Border Patrol Command, Seme – Lagos, Passport Control Office, Alimosho; in addition to being a Special Adviser to Comptroller Generals of the Nigeria Immigration Service. He is a visionary leader, who possesses great ability to motivate his workforce, creative positive impact in achieving desired results. With his problem-solving and foredating skills, he ensures quality standards in delivery services. He is a prolific writer and consummate communicator who has served as image maker and spokesperson of the Service from 2013 – 2015. He is the founder of VIOPAT Consulting and an Expert (Migration) at Universal Research & Training Institute.
Anene-Obua Violet Amede is a graduate of Geography from the University of Port Harcourt where she bagged a Honours degree in 1989. Her working experience include serving as a Surveyor with the Rivers State Ministry of Lands and Survey (1989); Protocol Officer in the office of the Military Governor of Katsina State (1989 – 1990); and, Banking Relations and Passages Officer responsible for the management of the company’s Expatriate Staff at Tenex Group (Nigeria) Limited (1990 – 2007).
Anene-Obua Violet Amede has been engaging in part-time consultancy with companies with Expatriate employment since leaving Tenex Group in 2007. She has Certificates in Secretariat and Windows Office from NITT.
Willie holds Doctorate & Master Degrees in Peace & Conflict Studies (Borders & Migration). In addition, he holds Masters in public administration (HRM) from Lagos State University, Ojoo, Lagos; Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration (Personnel Management) from The Administrative Staff College of Nigeria, Topo-Badagry; and Bachelor of Arts (History) from the Primer University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo State. He previously lectured at the Institute for Peace & Strategic Studies (Postgraduate – 2012-2023) at the University of Ibadan, Nigeria; and his earlier career was spent with the Nigeria Immigration Service (1980-2012) – Assistant Comptroller; serving in diverse schedules on border security and migration governance. He is experienced in teaching and research in core areas of international border, migration, peacebuilding, project management, monitoring and evaluation. He was formerly the President of the Society for Peace Studies and Practice (2011-2016) and one-time Executive Director of CLEEN Foundation (2014). He also attained extensive experience consulting for the UN-IOM, EU, AU, ECOWAS, COMESA, ICMPD, GIZ and Rwanda Peace Academy on various projects in Africa. He was the Focal Person of Border Regions in Transition (BRIT 2018) Conference held between Nigeria/Benin Republic from October 15-18, 2018.
He also participated in the drafting and review of the Election Security Personnel Manual (2022), the ECOWAS Negotiation and Mediation Manual (2018) and The African Union Migration Policy Framework for Africa (2017). He is proficient in regional peace process and delivery of training on border security, migration governance, negotiation, mediation, monitoring and evaluation. He has published widely in books, journals and periodicals in his area of interest. He is a Trustee on Board Association of Borderlands Studies (ABS – USA), African Borderlands Research Network (ABORNE France), and the Society for Peace Studies and Practice (SPSP). He is the founder of Menawill Academy, Universal Research & Training Institute; and belongs to several learned societies globally.
Barrister Uzoma Convenient Azogu obtained B.A. (Hons) Degree in Philosophy from University of Calabar, Calabar in 1985 and LLB (Hons) from University of Nigeria in 1990. He obtained BL from Nigerian Law School, Victoria Island, Lagos and was called to Bar in 1991. He has since been in private legal practice.
He is a knight of St. Christopher and the lord Chancellor, Diocese On the Lake. He likes making friends, travelling, and listening to Christian and country music.
Mr. Temple Dominic Okon is a quintessential hospitality and security expert who has a long history of managing and coordinating meet-and –greet operations across international airports in Nigeria. He has over the years developed and maintained relationships with hotels in the 36 states in the country where he can book reservations for clients at moment’s notice. Mr. Temple Dominic Dominic Okon has practical experience in business management, development, sourcing and on-boarding of new corporate products and clients while developing tailored services to ensure customer retention at all times. He also provides bespoke logistic services to corporate organizations across Nigeria.
Obua Chinomnso Catherine serves as the Business Development Manager at VIOPAT Internal Services Consultancy Ltd , where she leads client acquisition, partnerships, and growth initiatives.
She focuses on improving service delivery, expanding the firm’s reach, and ensuring clients receive clear, professional migration guidance. Her work supports the company’s goal of providing reliable and seamless immigration solutions.
Obua Adaeze Lucia serves as the Financial Controller at VIOPAT Internal Services Consultants Limited, where she oversees financial planning, reporting, and budget management. A final-year Engineering undergraduate at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), she brings a unique, data-driven perspective to the firm’s financial operations. Leveraging the analytical rigor and project management skills developed during her time at Location Builders Nigeria Limited, Obua Adaeze Lucia ensures that VIOPAT Internal Services Consultants Limited operates with structural precision and fiscal discipline. She is responsible for optimizing cash flow strategies, monitoring client accounts, and ensuring that the firm’s financial health supports its mission of delivering seamless migration solutions.