Customs Corner
Customs Reaffirms Commitment to Sports Activities, Triumphs in Volleyball Match Against Adamawa
Author: Muhammad Bashir.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Saturday, 7 September 2024, reaffirmed its commitment to supporting sports federations and promoting its athletes, who display bravery in representing the Service in national and international competitions.
The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, made this statement shortly after the Customs volleyball team delivered a resounding victory over the Adamawa State team in the first phase of the 2024 National Volleyball Premier League, held at the Indoor Sports Hall, Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.
In a match where the NCS dominated from start to finish, the Customs team triumphed with a scoreline of 22-11, winning all three sets. CGC Adeniyi expressed his excitement over the victory, stating: “I was optimistic that we would win, and we did, taking all three sets. However, this championship is divided into three phases, and in this phase, we have won one match so far, with nearly seven matches ahead.”
CGC Adeniyi attributed the team’s success to disciplined teamwork and resilience, adding: “We need discipline, teamwork, strength, stability, and intelligence — qualities we need not just on the court but also in our everyday duties as Customs officers.”
He continued, “We succeed in reviving these virtues while playing various games, and today’s success is what we hoped for — that our players would give their best in matches like this.”
When asked whether the NCS’s participation in various games aligns with the Federal Government’s policy of engaging talented youth in sports, CGC Adeniyi remarked, “It is deliberate because there are a lot of youths we can reach out to, and Customs has a very rich history of excellent performance in sports.”
According to the CGC, the Service has produced both national and international champions in boxing, athletics, and other sports. He added: “Just like today, our volleyball team performed exceptionally well. They have participated in the African Cup of Nations tournaments several times and have also played in the national football league, gaining a rich history in the process.”
Emphasizing the Service’s commitment to supporting its athletes, CGC Adeniyi said: “This is why we find it necessary not only to encourage our athletes within Customs but also to extend our support and sponsorship to federations that seek our assistance, as long as it is within our capacity.”
The Customs boss, recalling his own experience playing volleyball in his youth, described the match between the NCS and the Adamawa team as an opportunity for Customs to select the best athletes to represent the Service in both national and international competitions.
He also saluted the courage of the Adamawa volleyball players, who, according to him, displayed commitment and professionalism in their debut, stating: “All respect to the Adamawa team. They played very well, but for our own team, we look forward to the upcoming matches.”
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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