President Bola Tinubu has approved a one-year extension for the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adeniyi, ahead of the expiration of his tenure.
The announcement was made on Thursday through a statement issued by Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, who explained that the extension is intended to support the continuity of critical policy reforms and strategic initiatives under the Tinubu administration.
“The extension will enable Adeniyi to consolidate ongoing reforms and complete critical initiatives of this administration,” Onanuga stated.
Among the reforms being pursued under Adeniyi’s leadership are the modernisation of the Nigeria Customs Service, the full implementation of the National Single Window Project, and the execution of Nigeria’s commitments under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement.
“The President is confident that this extension will further strengthen the Nigeria Customs Service in achieving its strategic mandate of trade facilitation, revenue generation, and border security,” the statement added.
President Tinubu also acknowledged Adeniyi’s unwavering leadership and his contributions since assuming office.
“The President recognises Adeniyi’s steadfast leadership and commitment to service,” Onanuga noted.
Adeniyi was first appointed by Tinubu in October 2023 and initially assumed the role in an acting capacity in June 2023, following the departure of his predecessor, Hameed Ali.
