President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Adewale Adeniyi, the comptroller-general (CG) of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), on his 59th birthday.
The president’s wishes are contained in a statement issued on Saturday by Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu’s special adviser on information and strategy.
Tinubu commended Adeniyi for his efforts since assuming leadership of the NCS in June 2023.
“Under his guidance, the agency has witnessed significant progress through the steady digitalisation and automation of its operations, a renewed commitment to professionalism, and an uplift in officers’ morale, enhancing high performance,” the statement reads.
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“His leadership has enabled the NCS to surpass revenue targets substantially and bolstered trade facilitation, yielding widespread positive effects on the national economy.”
Tinubu commended the service for its innovative anti-smuggling strategies, emphasising its efforts in equipping youth with skills, engaging traditional institutions, and promoting effective communication built on mutual respect.
The president also highlighted the frequent seizures of arms and ammunition and the revitalisation of the comptroller-general’s annual conference as notable achievements under Adeniyi’s leadership.
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He wished the customs CG wisdom, good health, and continued strength.
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