By Aliu Joshua
Malam Nuhu Ribadu, Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, has commended the Nigerian Customs Service for its innovative approach to border security and trade facilitation. Ribadu praised the Customs Service for leveraging technology to safeguard Nigeria’s territorial integrity, noting that this approach aligns with the country’s broader national security objectives.
During a meeting with the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, Ribadu emphasized the importance of technology in modern border management. He expressed confidence that the Customs Service’s use of advanced technology will enhance border control operations while ensuring that legitimate trade is not hindered.
The Nigerian Customs Service has made significant strides in deploying cutting-edge technology to strengthen surveillance, intelligence gathering, and enforcement across the country’s land and maritime borders. The Service is utilizing Geospatial technology to combat smuggling, trafficking, and other transborder crimes.
This development is a testament to the Nigerian government’s commitment to promoting economic growth and development through trade facilitation and border security. The use of technology in border management is expected to facilitate seamless, legitimate cross-border transactions while curbing illicit trade.
Ribadu’s commendation is a significant endorsement of the Nigerian Customs Service’s efforts to modernize its operations and improve border security. The move is expected to strengthen the country’s borders and promote legitimate trade, ultimately contributing to Nigeria’s economic growth and development.
