In response to the critical challenges of food security and the escalating costs of essential food items in Nigeria, the Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, reaffirms his commitment to advancing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s food security agenda.
In a statement National Public Relations Officer for Comptroller General of Customs Chief Superintendent of Customs Abdullahi Maiwada said this commitment underscores the Nigeria Customs Service’s (NCS) dedication to serving the best interests of the Nigerian people, thereby fostering economic stability and prosperity.
He said the service has launched a strategic anti-smuggling operation and embarked on public engagement initiatives to prevent the unlawful exportation of vital food resources for individual economic gains. This proactive stance is driven by the urgent imperative to safeguard food availability within the nation and alleviate the adverse effects of scarcity on citizens.
Furthermore, in a bid to alleviate the hardships faced by Nigerians and enhance access to essential food items, the Nigeria Customs Service will facilitate the direct disposal of food items forfeited to the Federal Government. These items will undergo certification by relevant agencies to ensure they are fit for consumption and will subsequently be made available to ordinary Nigerians nationwide through equitable distribution in our Areas of Operations.
The modalities for the disposal process will be communicated through NCS formations nationwide, with a firm commitment to transparency, fairness, and public safety. It is assured that this exercise will be managed diligently to ensure that the benefits reach those most in need.
The Nigeria Customs Service remains resolute in its dedication to safeguarding the nation’s food security and advancing the economic well-being of all Nigerians. With the unwavering support and cooperation of the public, the NCS aims to overcome these challenges and pave the way for a more prosperous future for the nation.
