Customs Corner
Customs Ag.CG, Adewale Adeniyi Pays Maiden Visit to Zone A Headquarter
… Promises to Expedite Relocation of Zonal Office to more Conducive Environment.
Author: Cynthia Idowu.
The Acting Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR, on 17th July 2023 pays his first official visit to the Nigeria Customs Service, Zone A Headquarters Lagos.
Adewale’s first port of call was the Nigeria Customs Service Zone A Headquarters Lagos housing the administrative functions in the Southwest Zone. He was warmly welcomed by the Zonal Coordinator, Assistant Comptroller-General, Okun Festus.
In a brief to the Ag. CG, the Zonal Coordinator, said in the area of revenue generation, the Zone accounts for the generation of about 80% of the total revenue being generated by the service.
“In the year 2022, the Zone generated total revenue of about Two Trillion, one Hundred and five billion, Three Hundred and Sixty Five Million, Eight Hundred and Thirty one Thousand, Nine Hundred and Ninety Seven Naira (N2,105,365,831,997) only. This translates to Eighty percent (80%) of a total Revenue of Two Trillion, Six Hundred and Forty one Billion, Six Hundred and Sixteen Million, Five Hundred and Forty Five Thousand, Four Hundred and Ninety Four Naira, Eighty Three Kobo (N2,641,616,545,494.83)only generated for the period.
Okun stated that for the first Six Months of the current year, precisely, January-June, the Zone has generated a total Revenue of Nine Hundred and Thirty Nine Billion, Six Hundred and Twenty Four Million, One Hundred and Six Thousand, Three Hundred and Fifty One Naira (N939,624,106,351) only.
This, however, represents about seventy eight per cent (78%) of the total revenue of about One Trillion, Two Hundred and Five Billion, One Hundred and Eleven Million, Five Hundred and Eighty Seven Thousand, Seven Hundred and Ninety Nine Naira, Thirty Three Kobo (N1,205,111,587,799.33) only. “With this, we are sure of attaining the threshold of not less than eighty per cent (80%) of the nationally generated revenue at the end of the year.” He added.
The Acting CG, in his response, thanked the Zonal Coordinator for the warm hospitality towards him and his team while stating that, he has no doubt in the ACG’s capabilities, going by his track records over the years.
According to the CGC, his visit to the Zone is symbolic in asserting the relevance and authority of the Zonal Headquarters. “It’s a mixed feeling for me. Despite the warm reception, the Zonal Office is known for how it is strategically located, its organisational structure and its hierarchy.
“After staying in this location for about 48 years, perhaps it is time to relocate this structure to a more befitting one and build a modern Zonal Office. We want to bring back the power of the Zone. We need a zone that is effective, well-designed, well located and can handle the new responsibilities that will be put on them. We assure all stakeholders that the movement and relocation will not affect service delivery.” CGC reiterated.”
Speaking further, Adewale said, proactive measures have been taken to strengthen the structure and it will be adequately positioned as a team will be set up to look at the current mandate of the Zonal Office and everything done previously that has been shifted to the Commands or Headquarters, will be reinstalled.
On the new Nigeria Customs Service Act, 2023 which has the enabling legal backing for Customs activities, the Acting CG, said a sensitization workshop will be organised for all cadre, as the management team has duly undergone a retreat recently.
“All Officers and Men must have a good understanding of the new Act, a closer look into the provision of the laws, shows that it gives us the power to deal with issues related to international trade, and customs clearance, but because the spirit of the laws is user and business-friendly, we will need a good knowledge to conduct ourselves as officers, starting from the management level to Customs Area Controllers and other ranks”.
“On Officer’s welfare, the Customs boss noted that top priority will be given to it and some significant progress in the last ten years, will be consolidated.
“There are some gaps in the area of the insurance of officers which will be bridged; we will look at how our insurance will henceforth, work for us and not for the broker, providing the service.” He said.
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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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