Extension of Customs chief’s tenure excites coalition

August 4, 2025 by Our Reporter

Coalition of civil society groups under Good Governance and Accountability Watchdogs has hailed President Bola Tinubu for approving the tenure extension of Comptroller-General of Nigeria Customs Service, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi.

Speaking at a news conference at Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Press Centre in Utako, Abuja, the coalition, led by Coordinator, Abdullahi Ibrahim, said the President’s decision was bold, affirming his commitment to deepening reforms in Customs.

“This decision by Mr. President is a demonstration of his commitment to sustaining reforms in the Customs Service.

“These reforms have contributed to growth of our revenue and the strengthening of institutional capacity,” he said.

The group praised Adeniyi’s leadership, noting that under his watch, Customs had achieved progress in modernisation, revenue generation, and border security.

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They credited his administration with revitalising anti-smuggling operations, enhancing trade facilitation, and reducing leakages in the ports.

“We pass a vote of confidence in CGC Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR and his team of professionals and gallant officers, whose dedication and integrity have repositioned Customs as a central player in our economy,” Ibrahim said.

According to the coalition, Adeniyi’s continued leadership would bolster investor confidence, improve service delivery, and solidify Nigeria’s position in global trade.

It urged Customs officers to maintain professionalism and be committed to excellence as the service moves forward.

The coalition gives its support to Tinubu’s administration, applauding his effort to promote accountability, excellence, and transformation.

“We laud President Bola Tinubu GCFR for recognising and retaining excellence, and for his drive toward a more prosperous, accountable, and reformed Nigeria,” it said.