The Nigeria Customs Service Board (NCSB) has announced a sweeping round of appointments, promotions, and operational updates aimed at strengthening the leadership and efficiency of the Service.
The decisions were reached at the 63rd regular meeting of the Board, which held on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, under the chairmanship of the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun.
Among the major outcomes was the appointment of four new Deputy Comptroller-Generals (DCGs) and twelve Assistant Comptroller-Generals (ACGs). These appointments, the Board explained, were necessary to fill vacancies created by recent retirements while also ensuring equitable representation across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones.
The newly appointed DCGs include AB Mohammed from the North-West, GO Omale from the North-Central, OC Orbih from the South-South, and D Nnadi from the South-East. Their elevation places them in the Service’s top management team with responsibility for steering critical operational areas.
Similarly, the twelve new ACGs reflect a broad spread across the regions. They include MP Binga (North-East), CA Awo (South-East), AB Shuaibu (North-Central), AT Abe (North-West), K Mohammed (North-West), B Mohammed (North-West), TM Daniyan (North-Central), B Oramalugo (South-East), OP Olaniyan (South-West), B Olomu (South-West), IK Oladeji (South-West), and CC Dim (South-East).
The Board also approved the promotion of a total of 3,312 senior officers. The promotions, which cut across various ranks from Comptroller of Customs (CC) down to Assistant Superintendent of Customs II (ASC II), are designed to reward hard work and merit.
In addition, the Service’s management approved the promotion of 202 junior officers. The affected personnel were elevated from the rank of Assistant Inspector of Customs (AIC) to Customs Assistant I (CA I). This, according to the Board, demonstrates the Service’s dedication to career progression at every level.
Beyond appointments and promotions, the meeting reviewed the Service’s performance in revenue mobilisation for the first half of 2025. Between January and June, the Nigeria Customs Service collected a total of N3.68 trillion, surpassing its projected target by N390.19 billion, or 11.85 percent.
In practical terms, this means the Service has already achieved 55.93 percent of its annual target in just six months. The Board described the outcome as a reflection of ongoing reforms, improved compliance among stakeholders, and effective deployment of technology.
The session also received updates on the ongoing Trade Modernisation Project. Notable milestones include the wider deployment of the Unified Customs Management System (UCMS), codenamed “B’Odogwu,” and the arrival of six new scanners, including an FS6000 model, to boost non-intrusive inspection.
Other key advancements include the procurement of Electronic Cargo Tracking System (ECTS) equipment, the setup of a Centralised Image Analysis System (CIAS) at Customs Headquarters, reinforcement of cybersecurity systems, the establishment of a multi-channel helpdesk, and capacity-building programmes for officers.
On disciplinary matters, the Board announced the demotion of two officers for misconduct while also reinstating two others after a review of their cases. This, it stressed, was in line with its commitment to accountability and fairness.
The Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, congratulated all newly appointed and promoted officers on behalf of the Board. He urged them to justify the confidence reposed in them by redoubling their dedication to service.
Adeniyi also reiterated the Service’s commitment to innovation, inclusivity, transparency, and excellence in service delivery, while appreciating the support and guidance of the Honourable Minister of Finance.
