Customs FOU A Engages Maritime Stakeholders, Monitors Infrastructure Development

 

 

 

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Federal Operations Unit (FOU), Zone A, has intensified efforts to facilitate legitimate trade and improve operational efficiency, as the Acting Comptroller, Deputy Comptroller of Customs (DC) Oladapo Afeni, engaged maritime stakeholders on Friday, 2 October 2026, at the Unit’s Conference Hall in Ikeja, Lagos.

During the engagement, Afeni emphasised the importance of partnership and constructive dialogue, urging stakeholders to make accurate, honest declarations. He said, “Voluntary compliance and transparency would significantly reduce delays, disputes and unnecessary bottlenecks in the clearance process,” while assuring stakeholders of the Unit’s readiness to address genuine operational concerns within its mandate.

The stakeholders appreciated the Acting Comptroller for creating an avenue for engagement and expressed their readiness to strengthen cooperation with the Service in promoting compliance, transparency and seamless trade.

In another development, Afeni inspected the Unit’s newly commissioned office complex and other ongoing projects at Iperu, Ogun State, on Wednesday, 7 October 2026, to assess progress and ensure the facilities meet operational needs.

 

During the inspection, he received a briefing from the contractor’s representative on the scope, progress, and projected timeline of the projects. Afeni commended the progress recorded and urged the contractor to maintain quality, comply with approved designs and safety standards, and adhere to the stipulated timelines.

Describing the project as an investment in personnel welfare and productivity, Afeni said, “The project is not merely about constructing an office building, but represents a strategic investment in the productivity, welfare and professional working environment of our officers.” He also commended the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, and the Service Management for the infrastructure development initiative.

The Unit has begun allocating offices to personnel ahead of the facility’s use. The improved accommodation is expected to enhance officers’ working conditions, strengthen administrative efficiency and support the effective discharge of the Unit’s mandate.

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