From :Femi Oyelola in Kaduna
Comptroller Aminu Sule of the Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone B in Kaduna has successfully completed a strategic working tour of the Sokoto and Kebbi State Commands.
This visit aimed to reinforce the Nigeria Customs Service’s (NCS) commitment to partnership-driven operations, effective border management, and sustainable revenue generation.
At the Kebbi Area Command, Comptroller Sule was warmly welcomed by Area Controller Comptroller Ibrahim Mahmoud Matawalle.
He paid courtesy calls on two esteemed traditional rulers: His Royal Highness, the Emir of Gwandu, Major General Muhammad Iliyasu Bashar (Rtd), CFR, mni, and His Royal Highness, the Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Samaila Muhammad Mera, CON.
The royal leaders commended the NCS for its vital role in promoting trade and protecting the national economy, pledging their continued support in educating their communities about the dangers of smuggling and other forms of economic sabotage.
During his visit to Kebbi, Comptroller Sule engaged in a series of meetings with Customs officials, local business leaders, and community representatives.
These discussions focused on developing and implementing strategies to improve revenue collection, enhance inter-agency cooperation, and streamline trade facilitation processes.
The tour continued at the Sokoto/Zamfara Command, where Comptroller Sule was welcomed by Area Controller Comptroller Aliyu Isa Ndayako.
Their discussions centered on achieving greater operational synergy, improving intelligence sharing, and enhancing enforcement efficiency to ensure seamless service delivery.
Comptroller Sule emphasized that teamwork and coordination among all Customs formations are critical to realizing the Comptroller-General’s reform agenda and effectively deterring economic offenders.
This working tour successfully strengthened community ties and bolstered collaboration with institutional stakeholders across Zone B. Comptroller Sule reaffirmed his dedication to these partnerships, stating that traditional institutions and community leaders are not just allies but “partners in progress.”
He assured all parties that FOU Zone B will continue to implement practical measures to enhance cooperation, improve enforcement, and uphold professionalism and transparency as the foundation for sustainable success in the region.
