The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has celebrated the outstanding achievement of Assistant Comptroller of Customs, Akpevwe Ogboru (Tracta 2), who completed a remarkable 35-day motorbike journey from Nigeria to Belgium.
AC Ogboru arrived at the Nigerian Embassy in Brussels, Belgium, at exactly 12:47 p.m. on Thursday, September 4, 2025.
“Her extraordinary journey marks a bold demonstration of courage, resilience, and purposeful advocacy. Commencing her journey on 1st August 2025 covering about 10,265km, Assistant Comptroller Ogboru has crossed two continents and navigated through ten countries before her triumphant arrival in Brussels.
“This remarkable odyssey not only tested her endurance but also symbolises the strength and determination of Nigerian women who continue to break barriers across diverse fields. The expedition, undertaken under the theme ‘Ride for Women Inclusivity and Cross-Border Research’, is designed to spotlight several important causes advancing gender inclusivity and amplifying girl child empowerment initiatives,” the NCS said in a statement released by its spokesperson, AC Abdullahi Maiwada.
AC Maiwada noted that beyond its advocacy goals, the ride also served as a unique form of cross-border research, drawing attention to connectivity, mobility, and cultural exchange between nations.
He stated that the arrival of AC Ogboru at the Nigerian Embassy in Brussels was received with jubilation and admiration, reflecting pride in the Nigerian spirit of excellence.
The Service emphasised that her accomplishment stands as a beacon of inspiration to Customs officers, Nigerians, and the global community, affirming that with determination and vision, boundaries can be transcended.
“As she continues her onward journey back to Nigeria, Tracta 2’s feat underscores the NCS commitment to supporting initiatives that promote resilience, innovation, and inclusivity.
“The Service recognises the significance of this symbolic adventure in projecting a positive national image, strengthening bilateral ties, and reinforcing Nigeria’s leadership in pushing conversations around women and children empowerment,” it added.
Commenting on the feat on behalf of the officers and men of the Service, the Comptroller-General of Customs, CGC Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, commended Ogboru for her bravery and dedication, urging Nigerians to draw inspiration from her pioneering effort.
CGC Adeniyi reiterated the Service’s commitment to creating an enabling environment where such bold initiatives can thrive, contributing not only to institutional growth but also to the advancement of broader societal values.
