Customs, NES Strengthen Collaboration to Drive National Economic Growth
ZAINAB JUNAID
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Nigerian Economic Society (NES) have deepen collaboration to drive national economic growth ahead of the Society’s Annual Conference, scheduled for 8–11 September 2025 in Abuja.
Speaking during a courtesy visit of a delegation comprising members of the Governing Council and the FCT Chapter Chairman, led by National President, Professor Adeola Adenikinju, to the Service’s Headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday, 13 August 2025, the Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, emphasised the need for stronger collaboration to advance Nigeria’s development agenda.
He said, “While the NES provides evidence-based economic research and policy recommendations, the NCS plays a pivotal role in trade facilitation, revenue generation, and the enforcement of fiscal policies that directly shape the economy.”
CGC Adeniyi underscored the importance of aligning economic research with the operational realities at Nigeria’s borders to foster policy efficiency and enhance the nation’s trade competitiveness.
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Professor Adenikinju formally invited the CGC to participate in the forthcoming conference, noting that his insights would be invaluable to deliberations on economic transformation.
He noted that Customs’ unique access to data on trade patterns, revenue trends, and cross-border economic activity position it as a crucial partner in shaping sound economic policies.
The NES President also used the medium to announced the Comptroller-General’s nomination for the 2025 Distinguished Public Service Award (DPSNES), one of the Society’s highest honours.
The nomination, according to him, recognised CGC Adeniyi’s leadership in modernising Customs operations, boosting revenue collection, and implementing innovative trade facilitation measures that have strengthened Nigeria’s economic stability and growth.
“The award celebrates public servants whose work has tangibly advanced the nation’s economic development objectives. The Comptroller-General’s nomination, reflects the transformative impact of ongoing reforms under the current Customs leadership,” NES said.