The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has chaired the 64th Regular Meeting of the Nigeria Customs Service Board, where key leadership appointments and promotions were approved to strengthen operational efficiency and reinforce the Service’s role in Nigeria’s economic transformation.
The Board confirmed five Deputy Comptroller-Generals and eight Assistant Comptroller-Generals in line with the Nigeria Customs Service Act, 2023 and the Federal Character policy.
It also approved Special Promotions for ten officers recognised for exceptional professionalism and contributions to national revenue and security.
According to the Board, the reforms form part of an ongoing strategy to modernise Customs operations, enhance leadership succession and improve trade facilitation, transparency and border efficiency.
With Nigeria expanding non-oil revenue sources and driving private-sector–led growth, the government said a more agile and technology-driven Customs Service is vital for reducing bottlenecks, improving clearance timelines and strengthening competitiveness under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
