NCS debunks fake report on CG’s tenure extension
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has dismissed reports of an extension to the tenure of Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, labeling them as false and misleading.
Abdullahi Maiwada, Assistant Comptroller of Customs and National Public Relations Officer
For Comptroller-General of Customs who made this known in a statement issued to journalists on Sunday, April 1, 2025 noted that there was no iota of truth in the fake release which allegedly emanated from the State House.
The statement reads: “For the avoidance of doubt, appointments and tenure extensions for the position of Comptroller-General of Customs are made solely at the discretion of the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, in line with the provisions of the Nigeria Customs Service Act 2023 and other relevant regulations governing public service appointments. As of this moment, no such directive has been communicated to the NCS by the appropriate authorities.
“The NCS leadership remains focused on fulfilling its statutory mandate of trade facilitation, revenue generation, and border security. Under the guidance of CGC Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, MFR, the Service continues to implement key reforms aimed at modernising customs operations, strengthening inter-agency collaboration, and enhancing national economic growth.
“We urge the public and all stakeholders to rely only on official channels for accurate information regarding the NCS. Updates regarding appointments or tenure decisions will be formally communicated through the appropriate government authorities.
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The Service appreciates the continued support of stakeholders and remains committed to transparency, professionalism, and service to the nation” the statement concluded.
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