Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State yesterday, August 16, 2024 visited the Comptroller General of Customs (CGC), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi to thank the leadership and management of the Nigeria Customs Service for its continued support to the state in the area of trade facilitation and border security.
While acknowledging the strategic importance of Borno State, which shares borders with three countries, Gov. Zulum emphasized the need for the sustenance of strategic collaboration to enhance security and trade within the State.
He further expressed his appreciation to the CGC and the Nigeria Customs Service for their unwavering support in addressing the unique challenges faced by state.
“We are grateful for the dedication and assistance the Nigeria Customs Service has provided to Borno State. Our borders with Cameroon, Chad, and Niger require robust management, and we are keen to strengthen our relationship with the Nigeria Customs Service to ensure the safety and prosperity of our state.”
A statement by the Customs Public Relations Officer, Abdullahi Maiwada said that in response, Adeniyi expressed his appreciation for Governor Zulum’s visit and reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Customs Service’s to supporting Borno State.
“We appreciate the support we have received from Borno State in carrying out our core responsibilities. The Customs Service is committed to enhancing and facilitating legitimate trade while ensuring the protection of our borders,” CGC Adeniyi said.
Governor Zulum extended invitation to the CGC to visit Borno State as he re-emphasised the importance of building on the existing partnership between the state and the Nigeria Customs Service.
