The Customs Area Controller Ogun 1 command, Comptroller Bamidele Makinde and SC Adamu Idris have bagged leadership awards from the Crime Reporters Association of Nigeria (CRAN).
Speaking while receiving the award, Makinde, who bagged CRAN’s Excellence Leadership Award In Customs Operation, stated that more intelligence is being applied now more than ever before in the anti- smuggling operations of the customs in-view of what looked like an unusual situation around the nation.
He said his Area Command will key into the mandate given to it by the Customs management team which centered on the extant laws of the service in promoting security of lives by preventing importation of uncustomed or prohibited items, facilitation of lawful trade as well as protection of the economy.
The Controller, who lauded operatives of the command for their resilient effort in tackling smugglers, said, “While waging war against die-hard smugglers, we urged them to embrace legitimate trade and steer clear of smuggling and other nefarious activities that are inimical to the economic development of our dear nation. We encourage compliant traders by operating an open door policy and creating an enabling environment for trade to thrive.
“As part of our stakeholders’ engagement, we maintain a robust synergy with our sister security agencies and cordial community relations with our host communities. “
In the same vein, a Superintendent of Customs, Adamu Idris, Coordinator Roving B Team of Ogun 1 Area command was also honoured for his hard work and dedication to anti-smuggling duty.
Adamu Idris, who Bagged Overall Best Performing Patrol Leader In Anti-Smuggling Activities, has been actively involved in various roles within the Ogun 1 Area of the Nigeria Customs Service.
Notably, he has served as the Patrol Leader of the Customs Area Controller (CAC) Special Taskforce Team A and also as the Coordinator of Roving A Team. Presently, he holds the position of Coordinator of Roving B Team within the Command.
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