Imo: Customs, Police, DSS, Military, NSCDC Reaffirm Commitment to Security Collaboration
The Acting Comptroller of the Federal Operations Unit (FOU), Zone ‘C’, Owerri, Deputy Comptroller of Customs Farouk Nadaniya, has paid courtesy visits to security agencies in Imo State to strengthen inter-agency collaboration and promote peace, security, and stability in the state.
The visits, which commenced on Friday, October 16, 2026, provided an opportunity for engagements on mutual interests and the need to sustain cordial relationships among security agencies in the discharge of their respective responsibilities.
During the tour, DC Nadaniya visited the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), Imo State Command, where he was received by the Commissioner of Police, CP Garba Audu Boss.
He noted that the Federal Operations Unit, as the enforcement arm of the Nigeria Customs Service in the South-South and South-East zones, had significant responsibilities, particularly in view of the security challenges confronting the state.
Nadaniya solicited unity of purpose and enhanced inter-agency synergy to strengthen operational effectiveness, emphasising that the fight against smuggling and other crimes required collective responsibility.
He also reaffirmed his commitment to maintaining positive working relationships with security agencies in pursuit of peace, stability, and the overall well-being of the state and its environs.
In his response, CP Boss welcomed the Acting Comptroller and commended his initiative to strengthen inter-agency relations.
He noted that the Nigeria Customs Service and the Nigeria Police Force had important responsibilities in national security and the protection of lives and property, urging closer cooperation with other security agencies in tackling insurgency and other security threats.
At the Department of State Services (DSS), Imo State Command, the Director, Mr. Godwin Uche Dunkwu, stated that security agencies, including the military and paramilitary formations in the state, maintained cordial and harmonious working relationships despite their different statutory responsibilities.
He assured DC Nadaniya of his full cooperation and reaffirmed his commitment to sustaining the support and collaboration extended to his predecessor.
The Acting Comptroller also visited the 511 Quick Response Group, Nigeria Air Force Base, Owerri, where the Commander, Air Commodore SP Sekego, encouraged him to join the state’s security team, noting that security agencies worked collectively towards a common goal.
He cited the recent release of kidnapped corps members as an outcome of teamwork among security agencies in the state.
At the Headquarters of the 34 Artillery Brigade, Obinze, Owerri, DC Nadaniya was received by the Brigade Commander, Brigadier General A. Ahmed, who emphasised collective responsibility and a common purpose in ensuring peace in the state.
He stressed the need for sustained inter-agency cooperation and coordination to address security challenges and ensure the effective discharge of the agencies’ respective mandates.
The Acting Comptroller also visited the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Imo State Command, where he was received by the Commandant, who disclosed that he was also newly posted to the state.
He expressed readiness to work collaboratively with DC Nadaniya and other security agencies.
The visits ended on a cordial note, with the heads of the various security agencies expressing optimism about sustaining existing relationships and enhancing cooperation where necessary.
