By Anthony Otaru, Abuja
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has denied the tenure extension of its Comptroller-General, describing the claims as false and malicious.
The Service, in a statement yesterday, said, “The attention of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has been drawn to a fake release allegedly from the State House regarding an extension of the tenure of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi.
“The NCS wishes to state that this information is categorically inaccurate and misleading.
“In a last-minute statement, it said that for the avoidance of doubt, appointments and tenure extensions for the position of Comptroller-General of Customs are made solely at the discretion of the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, in line with the provisions of the Nigeria Customs Service Act 2023 and other relevant regulations governing public service appointments.
“As of this moment, no such directive has been communicated to the NCS by the appropriate authorities.”
It stated that the NCS leadership remains focused on fulfilling its statutory trade facilitation, revenue generation, and border security mandate.
“Under the guidance of CGC Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, the Service continues to implement key reforms aimed at modernising customs operations, strengthening inter-agency collaboration, and enhancing national economic growth.
“We urge the public and all stakeholders to rely only on official channels for accurate information regarding the NCS. The appropriate government authorities will formally communicate updates regarding appointments or tenure decisions.
“The Service appreciates the continued support of stakeholders and remains committed to transparency, professionalism, and service to the nation.”
