Customs Corner
Comptroller Malah Reinforces Customs Collaboration with Sister Security Agencies
By Vivian Daniel
The Customs Area Controller (CAC) of Borno /Yobe Command, Comptroller Muhammed Malah has begun notable moves towards fortifying and synergising its relationships with other sister agencies in Borno and Yobe State.
This was conveyed in a press statement signed on 17 May, 2024 by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Joshua Iliya, in Maiduguri, an action described as key to defeating criminality and promoting national security while stating a commitment to implement duty collection in line with Nigeria Customs Service Act, 2023.
The Customs Area Controller was on familiarisation tour to sister security agencies where he requested regular intelligence sharing and continuous alliance while noting that “It has become of great significance to foster oneness in the task to safeguard the country and curb illegalities like smuggling”.
Comptroller Malah while recounting all government military and paramilitary agencies as children of the same parents added that the operational eccentricities of Borno and Yobe States as well as the entire North East region of the country require operational harmony at all times.
The CAC who assumed office on 21 February 2024, as part of his familiarisation tour, commenced the courtesy calls on 6 March where he met with the Theatre Commander, Joint Task Force North East, Operation ‘Hadin Kai’, Acting Sector Commander FRSC, Borno Sector Command, Commissioner of Police, Borno State Command, Director Department of State Service Borno State, Air component Commander, Operation ‘Hadin Kai’ and Zonal Commander EFCC, Maiduguri Zonal Command.
During a visit to the Maiduguri plant of Nigeria Bottling Company Limited to see things for himself, the Area Controller said provisions of the NCS Act 2023 relating to Excise Duty collection will be made fully effective.
The CAC equally visited the Executive Secretary of Borno Geographic Information Service (BOGIS) to ascertain its status and secure papers for the Customs properties in Borno state as well as establish contact with the Surveyor-General of the State on the same matter.
Other areas visited include the Commander, NDLEA, Borno State Command, and State Resident Anti-Corruption Commissioner (ICPC). He also paid homage to His Royal Highness, the Shehu of Borno, Shehu Abubakar Ibn Umar Garbai El-Kanemi.
Comptroller Malah expressed gratitude to heads of various agencies and traditional rulers for their past cooperation with the Service while reassuring them that he would build on the emoluments of the past leaderships to achieve more successes.
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Author: Titus Omajali
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) announced on Thursday, 12 September 2024, that it will partner with the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) to boost trade, encourage local production and ease Cross-border trade.
The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, made this known when he received the Director-General (DG) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SMEDAN, Charles Oidi, and his team at the NCS Headquarters in Abuja.
The CGC stated that a dedicated SMEDAN team will be established at the NCS office to provide specialized assistance and facilitate seamless processes for small and medium-sized businesses engaged in cross-border trade. “The population of SMEs cannot be ignored. Whatever you do with them, you do it to strengthen the economy of the nation,” he said
Responding, the DG/CEO of SMEDAN, Charles Oidi, commended the CGC for his commitment to SME development and pledged to continue facilitating productive interactions between government agencies and the SME ecosystem. “SMEDAN remains dedicated to identifying bottlenecks, designing inclusive solutions, and implementing effective strategies to support the growth of SMEs in Nigeria,” he stated.
By Femi Anamelechi
Comptroller Babatunde Olomu in charge of the Nigeria Customs Service, Apapa Area Command has announced an all time highest revenue collection of N1.5 trillion from January to September 2024.
The Customs Area Controller (CAC) made the announcement during a parade at the command on Wednesday, 11 September 2024.
He said the outstanding fit was made possible because of the meticulous documentation and professional discipline by officers and men of the Apapa Customs Area Command.
He praised the officers’ for their resilience, commitment and professionalism, while also charging them to do more. “We must surpass this achievement. We cannot afford to relax.”
The CAC assured that the service will continue to reward diligence, commitment and dedication to duty by officers.
Speaking shortly after the parade, Comptroller Olomu reiterated that the command’s outstanding performance in revenue generation was a result of the motivation and rewards system introduced by the command for officers who performed creditably.
“The excellent revenue generation of officers we recorded is as a result of blockage of all revenue generating leakage and proper documentation of payments by officers who were adequately motivated”, he stated.
He therefore, admonished officers in different categories to always strive for excellence in carrying out their statutory duties.
The CAC expressed the appreciation of Apapa Area Command to the Comptroller General of Customs (CGC) Adewale Adeniyi and his management team for leading by example.
…As Comptroller Awe Reaffirms CGC’s Dedication to Recognition
Author: Abass Quadri
Comptroller Michael Awe, in charge of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport Cargo (MMIAC) Command, has recognised four officers for their excellent performance in executing their duties.
The officers were honoured during a parade at the Command on Wednesday, 11 September 2024.
Addressing the Officers and men of the Command, the CAC stated that the recognition, which will be done monthly or quarterly, is part of the CGC’s commitment to rewarding hardworking officers.
“There are four officers here, each representing one month from May to August 2024, who will be given letters of recognition today. The letters have reached the Office of the Zonal Coordinator, and he will send them to headquarters,” the CAC said.
Regarding the Command’s revenue generation efforts, Comptroller Awe noted that more than N16 billion has been collected so far. He appreciated the senior officers for their support, acknowledging that this success could not have been achieved alone.
The recognised officers include CSC Itinu Jimoh, CSC Moses Aboki, SC Jidda Aliyu, and IC Sanni Mohammed.
The officers expressed their excitement and gratitude to the CAC for recognising their efforts.
According to CSC Aboki, “The CAC has assured us that we do not need to harbour any fears. Henceforth, we will conduct more thorough examinations, as it is through this that we can detect illicit or underpaid items.”
The parade concluded with a free eye test provided by Poise Eye Care Limited.
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