By Sabiu Abdullahi
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has embarked on a strategic partnership with the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) aimed at enlightening Nigerians about the core mandates of the service and its pivotal role in driving economic development.
During a meeting held on Tuesday, 26 March 2024, at the NCS Headquarters in Abuja, the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR, expressed the Service’s readiness to collaborate closely with FRCN.
Leading the delegation from FRCN, Director-General Muhammad Bulama engaged in discussions with CGC Adeniyi, underscoring the importance of media collaboration in amplifying the efforts of the Nigeria Customs Service.
“Partnership with the media is very effective in enhancing public understanding of our activities,” stated CGC Adeniyi.
“We are committed to leveraging this collaboration to showcase the various initiatives we have in place to enhance trade efficiency.”
Stating the need to reshape the narrative surrounding trade in Nigeria, CGC Adeniyi emphasized the importance of reaching out to Nigerians to inform them about the extensive work undertaken by the Customs Service.
“We are doing a lot more than people know us for,” he said, acknowledging the offer of strategic partnership extended by FRCN.
In response, Director-General Bulama commended CGC Adeniyi for his leadership and the progress made under his tenure. He expressed confidence in the Comptroller-General’s ability to steer the Nigeria Customs Service towards greater efficiency and effectiveness.
“We are convinced that the appointment of CGC Adeniyi by Mr. President is already yielding positive results,” remarked DG Bulama.
“It is our duty to support, publicize, and advocate for the activities of the Nigeria Customs Service, and we believe that together, we can contribute to the realization of our country’s potential and greatness.”
The partnership between the Nigeria Customs Service and the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria marks a significant step towards enhancing public awareness and understanding of the Customs Service’s mandates and contributions to national development.