"Nigeria Customs Outlines Conditions for Border Reopening and Policy Review"

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The acting Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, has revealed a set of prerequisites that must be met before the reopening of land borders across the nation. Addressing officers of the service during his visit to the Ogun 1 command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) in Idiroko, Ogun State, the acting CGC emphasized that policy reviews would be considered if border communities exhibit a high level of compliance.


Among the policies slated for review by the Customs boss is the supply of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to filling stations located within 20 kilometers of the nation's borders. The acting CGC acknowledged the concerns voiced by border communities and expressed the commitment of the Customs service to collaborate with higher authorities to initiate necessary policy changes.


Adeniyi stated, "We are working alongside other appropriate authorities of government and we will be requesting the review of such policies if we see situations that warrant such review at the borders. If there is compliance to extant law regarding import and export around us and if we see the support of the communities working with government agencies to enforce those laws."


Highlighting the significance of regional security, Adeniyi urged the officers at the command to remain dedicated to their responsibilities. He emphasized that border security plays a pivotal role in curbing various criminal activities such as smuggling, human trafficking, drug trafficking, money laundering, and illegal currency trafficking.


In conclusion, the Customs service recognizes the evolving nature of crime and the need for collaborative efforts to combat these multifaceted challenges effectively. The acting CGC's visit underscored the collective responsibility to safeguard national security and regional stability.

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