The Nigeria Customs Service Board (NCSB) has ended its 64th regular meeting in Abuja just as it gave its nod to fresh appointments and promotions in the service.
The appointments and promotions were sequel to key decisions affecting Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) leadership structure and personnel development that were considered during the meeting.
A statement issued by NCS and signed by its National Public Relations Officer, Dr. Abdullahi Maiwada stated that the board headed by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, confirmed the appointment of five Deputy Comptroller-Generals of Customs (DCGs) and eight Assistant Comptroller-Generals of Customs (ACGs).
The statement which was made available to Maritime Bits, stated that the appointment was in line with statutory provisions and the Federal Character Policy of the Federal Government as contained in Section 14(4) of NCS Act 2023.
Those elevated to the rank of DCG include Baba Imam (North-East), Isah Umar (North-West), Tijjani Abe (North-West), Timi Bomodi (South-South) and Oluyomi Adebakin (South-West).
Their appointments follow the retirement of some senior officers and are expected to strengthen strategic leadership across formations.
In the same vein, NCSB also approved the appointment of C.G. Ogbonna (South-East), I. Abba-Aji (North-East), G.M. Haruna (South-South), E.J. Edelduok (South-South), G. Gaura (North-West), I. Isyaku (North-West), M.S. Shuaibu (North-Central) and M.D. Malah (North-East) as ACG.
According to the statement, their elevation reflects the Board’s continued commitment to enhancing policy execution, compliance management, and operational efficiency.
In the same vein, NCSB also approved special promotion for ten officers who demonstrated exceptional professionalism, leadership and outstanding service performance.
Those promoted were A.C. Fanyam as Comptroller of Customs, G.M. Shidali as Comptroller of Customs, S. Omofoma as Deputy Comptroller of Customs, O.A. Oladepo as Deputy Comptroller of Customs, A.Y. Musa as Deputy Comptroller of Customs, A. Ogboru as Deputy Comptroller of Customs, A.A. Maiwada as Deputy Comptroller of Customs, C.N. Essien as Assistant Comptroller of Customs, H. Aliyu as Assistant Comptroller of Customs, and A.S. Shofadekan as Deputy Superintendent of Customs.
According to NCSB, the special promotion category is a recognition reserved for officers whose work has significantly improved operations in their respective commands/units and contributed meaningfully to national revenue and security.
It noted that the appointments and promotions were part of ongoing efforts to strengthen leadership succession, enhance morale and ensure that the Service remains responsive to emerging trade, security and administrative challenges.
