The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, has reaffirmed the Nigeria Customs Service’s commitment to deepening its collaboration with the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) to enhance port efficiency and competitiveness.
During a courtesy visit to the NPA headquarters on Thursday, CGC Adeniyi emphasised the crucial role that well-functioning ports play in the success of customs operations.
“If we get it right in our ports, we will get it right in the Service,” he stated, underscoring the importance of synergy between the two agencies.
The CGC outlined several key initiatives currently being pursued by the NCS and stressed the need for the NPA’s support to ensure their successful implementation.
He highlighted the achievements recorded at the Export Processing Terminal as a testament to the effectiveness of inter-agency cooperation and expressed optimism about extending similar initiatives to the eastern ports to facilitate exports.
“The Nigeria Customs Service is ready to work with our ports authority on initiatives that will ensure the competitiveness of our ports,” he added.
In response, the Managing Director of the NPA, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, assured the Nigeria Customs Service of the NPA’s unwavering support in achieving shared objectives.
“We are here for you, and we will give you all the necessary support. Together, we can move both agencies forward and help Nigeria become a better country,” Dantsoho affirmed.
This strengthened collaboration between the NCS and NPA is expected to drive improvements in port operations, bolster trade facilitation, and enhance Nigeria’s position as a key player in global commerce.