Customs, NDLEA Deepen Collaboration

The acting Customs Area Controller, deputy comptroller Bolaji Adigun, has pledged to deepen collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to prevent the entry of illicit substances into the country.

Adigun, acting Controller, Kirikiri Lighter Terminal Command (KLT) of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), disclosed this in a statement through the Public Relations Officer, Victor Ogagbor, on Thursday in Lagos.

He commended the newly appointed Commander of the NDLEA, Tincan Strategic Command, Commander Solomon Omotosho, for extending partnership to the command.

According to Adigun, the visit aimed to strengthen collaboration between the agencies in the collective fight against narcotics trafficking within the maritime corridor.

He described the engagement as timely, noting that the port environment remained a critical frontline in preventing illicit drug movements.

Adigun reaffirmed the command’s commitment to robust enforcement and to facilitating legitimate trade smoothly.

He stated that sustained intelligence sharing, coordinated cargo profiling, and joint examination procedures were key strategies for enhancing operational effectiveness and curbing the activities of drug trafficking syndicates.

In his remarks, Omotosho said the visit was necessary to establish a strong working relationship with the KLT command and reinforce operational synergy in tackling narcotics trafficking.

He highlighted the importance of seamless communication, proactive intelligence sharing, and coordinated enforcement actions to achieve measurable results.

Omotosho added that the NDLEA remained committed to working closely with the Nigeria Customs Service to disrupt illicit drug networks and strengthen national security.

The visit featured the exchange of plaques between both agencies, symbolising goodwill and a shared commitment to sustained cooperation.

The engagement concluded with both agencies reaffirming their resolve to deepen collaboration, enhance operational coordination, and maintain a united front in safeguarding Nigeria’s maritime borders from illicit activities.