In a renewed effort to strengthen inter-agency relations and improve operational efficiency, the Customs Area Controller (CAC) of the Port Harcourt II Area Command, Comptroller Aliyu M. Alkali, has embarked on a series of strategic visits to key stakeholders operating within the Onne Sea Port.
The initiative, according to the Command, is aimed at fostering synergy, collaboration, and intelligence sharing among government agencies to enhance compliance with existing regulations and ensure seamless port operations.
During the visits, Comptroller Alkali met with the Commander of Narcotics, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Port Harcourt Ports Command, Omerio Mathias Odo; the Director of State Security, Port Harcourt Ports Command; and the Commandant, Nigerian Navy Basic Training School Onne, Rear Admiral Victor D. Choji.
Speaking during the engagements, Comptroller Alkali emphasized the importance of teamwork and effective collaboration in achieving organizational goals, noting that the Command remains committed to the Comptroller-General of Customs’ policy thrust of Consolidation, Collaboration, and Innovation.
“Active engagement with stakeholders builds strong relationships and enhances compliance with extant regulations. I pledge to sustain and strengthen the existing cordial relationships while requesting robust synergy from all partners,” Alkali said.
Responding, the Commander of Narcotics, NDLEA, Omerio Mathias Odo, pledged to work closely with the Customs Command to curb illicit drug trafficking through the port. Similarly, the Director of State Security assured of continuous sharing of timely intelligence to support Customs operations.
Also, Rear Admiral Victor D. Choji reaffirmed the Navy’s commitment to safeguarding the maritime domain and ensuring it remains secure for economic activities, while pledging to provide all necessary support to Customs within the ambit of the law.
The visits, which form part of Comptroller Alkali’s ongoing stakeholder engagement strategy, underscore his proactive approach to inter-agency collaboration, enhanced compliance, optimal revenue generation, and improved security within the Onne port environment.