The Kebbi Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Monday, witnessed a change of guard as Comptroller Mahmoud Matawalle Ibrahim formally assumed duty as the new Customs Area Controller, pledging to wage a decisive war against smuggling and drive up revenue generation.
The handover ceremony, held at the Command’s Conference Room, drew officers, men of the Command, members of the management team, and journalists.
In his parting remarks, the outgoing Customs Area Controller reeled out achievements during his tenure, noting that the Command surpassed its revenue target by 13.9% within just eight months. He also highlighted initiatives such as introducing weekly exercise and biweekly medical check-ups for personnel, and the inauguration and commissioning of the Secretariat of the Customs Officers’ Wives Association (COWA).
He expressed deep gratitude to the Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR, saying, “I remain thankful to the CGC for giving me the opportunity to serve and lead this great Command.”
Taking over the mantle, Comptroller Mahmoud Matawalle Ibrahim assured the Service of his dedication to duty, while outlining his vision for the Command. “I sincerely appreciate the CGC for entrusting me with this responsibility. My focus will be on discipline, robust anti-smuggling operations, enhanced revenue performance, effective border management, stakeholder engagement and compliance sensitization, as well as personnel welfare and capacity building,” he declared.
The ceremony climaxed with both Comptrollers touring the Command facilities for an official handover after signing the notes of transfer.
Ibrahim Vows to Tackle Smuggling, Boost Revenue As He Assumes Duty in Kebbi Customs Command
