The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) have explored areas of mutual cooperation to advance their respective institutional goals.
This followed a meeting between the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, and the Registrar of JAMB, Prof. Segun Aina, at the NCS Operational Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja, on Friday, October 16, 2026.
During the engagement, CGC Adeniyi commended the Board’s transformation over the years, particularly its adoption of technology, timely release of results, and improved placement of candidates into tertiary institutions.
“The improvement JAMB has recorded over the years, particularly through the integration of technology into its operations, is commendable. The Board has continued to evolve, making its processes more efficient and improving the placement of candidates into tertiary institutions,” he said.
Adeniyi expressed confidence in the new Registrar’s ability to sustain the progress and urged the management team to support his leadership.
On JAMB’s offer to make its electronic facilities available to the Service, the CGC welcomed the gesture, explaining that Customs officers deployed nationwide sometimes need to converge at designated locations for examinations and other official activities.
He stressed that access to the facilities would help the Service organise such exercises when required.
Commenting on JAMB’s request for operational vehicles, Adeniyi acknowledged the importance of mobility to the Board’s nationwide responsibilities. He noted that the Service would explore avenues for possible assistance, subject to available resources and the applicable framework.
Earlier, Prof. Aina stated that the visit was aimed at building a professional bridge between both organisations.
“We want to formally come and introduce ourselves. We recognise the important work the Nigeria Customs Service is doing and are aware of the operations you carry out,” he remarked.
He disclosed that JAMB serves approximately five million people annually, operates Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres across Nigeria, and conducts examinations in more than 15 countries.
Aina added that the Board also provides electronic services to government agencies and professional bodies.
He further emphasised that adequate mobility is essential for reaching communities, including local government areas, to verify candidates and maintain examination standards.
The visit ended with both organisations committing to explore practical ways of supporting each other’s operations and leveraging their respective resources to address institutional needs.
