Customs Strengthens Border Security Through Technology Integration

Customs Strengthens Border Security Through Technology Integration.

,,, As Customs Boss Engages National Security Adviser on Strategic Collaboration.

By Joe Njoku,
Global Freight News.

The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service under the leadership of Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR, has reaffirmed the Service commitment to leveraging advance technology for enhanced border security. This was the focus of discussion during his courtesy visit to the National Security Adviser (NSA) Mallam Nuhu Ribadu on where he highlighted the Service efforts in deploying Geospatial technology to strengthen surveillance, intelligence gathering, and enforcement across Nigeria’s land and maritime borders.

Speaking at the occasion, the CGC emphasised the important role of technology in modern border management, noting that the Service has made significant progress in integrating cutting-edge solutions to combat smuggling, trafficking, and other transborder crimes.

According to him, “Technology remains the key to effective border management in today’s rapidly evolving security landscape. The Nigeria Customs Service is committed to deploying Geospatial technology and other innovative tools to enhance our surveillance, intelligence gathering, and enforcement capabilities. These efforts are geared to meet with international best practices white addressing Nigeria’s unique border security challenges,” Adeniyi stated.

He further explained that the technology-driven initiatives would not only strengthen the nation’s ability to curb illicit trade but also facilitate seamless, legitimate cross-border transactions.

In response, the National Security Adviser, Malam Nuhu Ribadu commended the Nigeria Customs Service for its proactive approach to border security and trade facilitation affirming that technology is indispensable in safeguarding Nigeria’s territorial integrity.

According to him, ” The Customs Service has demonstrated a commendable commitment to modernisation and efficiency in security our borders. Integrating advance technology in border management is a step I the right direction and aligns perfectly with our border national security objectives. We are confident that these innovation Will enhance border control operations while ensuring that legitimate trade is not hindered,” he said.

While the meeting reiterated the importance of inter-agency collaboration in tackling security threats and ensuring national stability, the NSA boss assured the CGC of continued support for the Nigeria Customs Service’s modernisation agenda, highlighting the need for synergy in intelligence sharing and operational coordination.