Customs Sustaining Federal Govt’s Economic Reforms, Export Growth – Adeniyi

The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, has said the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) is sustaining ongoing economic reforms and export growth in line with the economic agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Adeniyi stated this on Wednesday shortly after observing Eid-el-Kabir prayers at the Modakeke Eid Ground in Ile-Ife, Osun State, where he also urged Nigerians to embrace unity, sacrifice, patriotism and peaceful coexistence for national development.

Speaking with journalists after the prayers, the Customs boss described Eid-el-Kabir as a solemn period that reminds Muslims of obedience to Almighty Allah, sacrifice and total submission to divine instruction, drawing lessons from the story of Prophet Abraham.

According to him, the celebration goes beyond festivities, stressing that Muslims should reflect on the virtues of faith, patience and service to humanity.

“We all know what Eid symbolises. It symbolises obedience to Almighty Allah and sacrifice. These are values every Muslim is expected to imbibe in daily life,” Adeniyi said.

He thanked Almighty Allah for preserving the lives of Nigerians to witness another Eid-el-Kabir celebration in peace and good health.

The CGC further appealed to Nigerians to continue promoting national unity, peaceful coexistence and mutual understanding irrespective of religious or ethnic differences.

“Nigeria is a beautiful country, and we all must unite ourselves,” he said.

He also urged citizens to remain law-abiding while exercising their civic rights, noting that discipline, patience and respect for the rule of law remain critical to national growth and stability.

“We must continue to embrace unity, discipline, sacrifice and patriotism for the development of our country. Nigerians should remain patient, respect the rule of law and continue to support peaceful national progress,” he stressed.

Speaking on the activities of the Nigeria Customs Service, Adeniyi expressed satisfaction with the Service’s performance in revenue generation, trade facilitation and anti-smuggling operations.

According to him, reforms introduced by the Service are already improving Customs operations and contributing to economic growth and national security.

“The NCS is on the right trajectory in revenue generation, trade facilitation, security and economic prosperity. Export activities are increasing steadily in line with the directive of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,” he stated.