By Yakubu Salisu, Kano
The Nigeria Customs Service has reiterated it’s commitment to border security, seamless trade facilitation and enforcement of Federal Government Policies.
The Assistant Comptroller General (ACG) Sambo Kaliel Dangaladima, Zonal Coordinator Zone B gave the assurance yesterday during a working visit to the Kano/Jigawa Area Command.
According to him, his visit is in line with the Service’s dedication to enhancing operational efficiency, promoting trade facilitation, and fostering stakeholder engagement especially under the leadership of the CGC Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR and his management team.
The Zonal Coordinator who was welcomed by a grand parade addressed officers and men of the Kano/Jigawa Command emphasizing the importance of discipline, teamwork, and unwavering commitment to the service’s core values.
During his visit, ACG Dangaladima inspected the Habbas Bonded Terminal, assessing its operational efficiency and compliance with customs regulations.
He also visited the Customs Training College, where he toured some ongoing projects after engaging in a productive dialogue with stakeholders, including representatives from the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria, business community, Customs licensed agents, and Terminal operators at the Command’s Kano Headquarters.
The interaction provided a platform for addressing concerns, fostering collaboration, and enhancing trade facilitation while emphasizing the importance of cooperation with sister security agencies and stakeholders to ensure a conducive business environment.
Dangaladima was accompanied by CAC Kaduna Command, Comptroller Ahmed Tijjani Abe fsi, PhD and other senior officers from the Zonal office and were graciously hosted by the Customs Area Controller of Kano/Jigawa Area Command, Comptroller Dauda Ibrahim Chana.