President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Controller General of the Nigeria Customs Service Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, as he turned 59, applauding his innovative anti-smuggling strategies
These strategies encompass equipping the youth with new skills for alternative livelihood opportunities, fostering engagements with traditional institutions, and nurturing a culture of effective communication and mutual respect.
The President recognised Adeniyi’s other notable achievements, including the remarkable seizures of arms and ammunition and the revitalisation of the CGC’s Annual Conference, which aims to assess and enhance the agency’s operations.
President Tinubu affirmed that Adeniyi’s extensive experience of over 30 years in service and adaptability to change has greatly enriched the Customs Service.
He offered prayers for divine wisdom, robust health, and continued strength for the CGC as he serves the nation.
Adeniyi’s leadership has enabled the NCS to surpass revenue targets substantially and bolstered trade facilitation, yielding widespread positive effects on the national economy.