CGC Adeniyi Backs Interoperable Customs Systems to Drive AfCFTA

CGC Adeniyi Backs Interoperable Customs Systems to Drive AfCFTA

By Zainab Uzomah | Abuja The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, has identified interoperable customs systems as critical to the successful implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Customs Modernisation Project, saying harmonised digital platforms would improve trade facilitation across Africa. According to a statement issued by the National Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Customs Service, Assistant Comptroller of Customs Aliyu Maiwada, Adeniyi made the remarks during […]

July 6, 2026 6

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CGC Adeniyi Rallies Stakeholders for Completion of NIPR Secretariat Project

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, has called for stronger support towards the completion of the Nigeria Institute of Public Relations’ National Secretariat project in Abuja, describing it as a national edifice the public relations profession and Nigerians should be proud of. Adeniyi made the appeal on Wednesday during an inspection visit to the ongoing construction of the NIPR National Secretariat, known as “Public Relations Place,” […]

May 22, 2026 19

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CGC Adeniyi Advocates Human-Centred Digital Transformation at UNILORIN Conference

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Adewale Adeniyi, has called for a human-centred approach to artificial intelligence and digital transformation, warning that technological advancement without ethical leadership could weaken public trust and accountability in governance. Adeniyi made the call while delivering a keynote address at the 4th Biennial International Conference organised by the Faculty of Communication and Information Sciences, University of Ilorin, in collaboration with the […]

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CGC Adeniyi Receives NIJ Fellowship, Pledges Multimedia Centre Support

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, has been conferred with a Fellowship Award by the Nigerian Institute of Journalism (NIJ) in recognition of his professional contributions and service. The award was presented at a convocation ceremony held on April 15, 2026. Adeniyi described the honour as both personal and professional, noting that the institute instilled in him values of professionalism, discipline, and continuous self-development. He said […]

April 17, 2026 9

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CGC Adeniyi Backs Team Nigeria Ahead of Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Comptroller-General of Customs, Wale Adeniyi, has pledged support for Team Nigeria’s preparations for the 2026 Commonwealth Games following his unveiling as one of the country’s official ambassadors by the National Sports Commission. The announcement, made on April 1, 2026, is part of efforts to galvanise national support for the Games by bringing together top administrators, elite athletes and key stakeholders to strengthen Nigeria’s participation. The […]

April 4, 2026 19

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CGC Adeniyi Strengthens Stakeholder Engagement with Visit to Emir of Gwandu

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, has visited the Emir of Gwandu, Muhammadu Bashar, as part of renewed efforts by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) to deepen collaboration with traditional institutions in strengthening border security and community engagement. The visit, which took place at the Emir’s palace in Kebbi State on 7 February 2026, highlighted the Service’s recognition of traditional rulers as key partners […]

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