The Acting Controller of the Federal Operations Unit (FOU), Zone C, Owerri of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Deputy Comptroller Farouk Nadaniya, has called for stronger collaboration with area commands within the zone to enhance operational coordination, combat smuggling and improve service delivery.
DC Nadaniya made the call during a familiarisation tour of Zone C Headquarters in Port Harcourt, Port Harcourt I Command, Ibeto Seaport Area 5 Command, Port Harcourt Area II (Onne) Command and Eastern Marine Command on October 14, 2026.
The tour was disclosed in a statement by CSC Rose Nche, Public Relations Officer of FOU Zone C, who said the visit was part of the acting comptroller’s efforts to strengthen working relationships with area controllers and officers and secure their support and cooperation.
During the visits, Nadaniya expressed appreciation to the area controllers, officers and men for their warm reception and commitment to their official responsibilities.
He emphasised the need for collective responsibility in tackling smuggling, protecting government revenue and enforcing trade laws, describing these as essential to achieving the strategic objectives of the Nigeria Customs Service.
The acting comptroller also solicited continued support and cooperation from the area commands, urging them to sustain the level of collaboration extended to his predecessor to consolidate existing achievements and improve operational performance across the zone.
In response, the area controllers pledged to maintain cordial working relationships with Nadaniya, anchored on mutual respect, professionalism, discipline and accountability.
They also encouraged him to align with the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, in advancing the service’s mandate, assuring him of their continued support towards improving operational efficiency across his area of jurisdiction.
The acting Controller further disclosed that a meeting with patrol team leaders had been held to reinforce discipline, professionalism, vigilance and accountability in the discharge of their statutory responsibilities.
He noted that the Federal Operations Unit plays a critical role in advancing the mandate of the service, making adherence to operational standards essential to effective service delivery.
