The umbrella body of journalists covering the maritime sector of the economy, the Network of Nigerian Maritime Journalists (NNMJ) has hailed the Comptroller General of Customs (CGC), Dr. Bashir Adewale Adeniyi on his birthday.
NNMJ in a statement signed by its Chairman, Elder Dele Aderibigbe and Secretary, Mr. Moses Ebosele congratulated the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) boss for reaching a milestone in his journey on earth.
According to NNMJ, the CGC deserves all the accolades as he stood up to be counted when the NCS needed direction. Adeniyi has repositioned the service bringing it out from the eye of the storm to an enviable position in the World Customs Organisation (WCO), boosting Nigeria’s image as its Chairman.
The association in the statement which was made available to Maritime Bits described Adeniyi as a workaholic who turned NCS around with series of far reaching reforms, especially B’odogwu an indigenous intervention which is working wonders, churning in much needed revenue to the coffers of the Nigerian government.
“Little wonder President Bola Ahmed Tinubu himself said that CGC Adeniyi’s leadership has also contributed to improved community relations, consistent surpassing of revenue targets, stronger trade partnerships with countries and multilateral institutions, and enhanced security across Nigeria’s borders. These achievements underscore the value of reform-oriented leadership in strengthening national economic resilience and safeguarding our borders,” the statement added.
It prayed that the almighty God to fortify and grant him the much-needed wisdom to continue to pilot the affairs of NCS in the years ahead.
