Comptroller Joseph Olugbuyi Adelaja, the Customs Area Controller of the Oyo/Osun Area Command ,has paid a courtesy visit to the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi Ojaja II, at the historic palace in Ile-Ife.
Assistant Superintendent Of Customs II Akintola Abiodun Abdulmalik the command’s
Command Public Relations made this known in a press release on 15th April, 2025.
The CAC who led his delegation to the palace said the visit aimed to strengthen the longstanding relationship between the Nigeria Customs Service and the revered throne of Oduduwa.
During the meeting, Adelaja emphasised the importance of collaboration with traditional authorities in promoting lawful trade, economic stability, and national security. He acknowledged the Ooni’s significant role as a custodian of Yoruba culture, a unifier, and a symbol of peace, whose influence extends beyond the Yoruba people to Nigerians at large.
He reaffirmed the Service’s commitment to its core responsibilities, including revenue generation, border security, and trade facilitation. He sought the Ooni’s continued support and cooperation in curbing smuggling and other unlawful activities that undermine national economic interests.
In response, the Ooni warmly welcomed Comptroller Adelaja and commended the Nigeria Customs Service for its vital role in the nation’s economic development. He acknowledged the Service’s efforts in revenue generation, trade facilitation, and anti-smuggling activities, assuring the delegation of his full support and cooperation.
The visit concluded with a renewed sense of mutual respect, collaboration, and shared commitment to advancing the region’s economic interests and security. This development is expected to foster a more effective working relationship between the Nigeria Customs Service and traditional institutions in the region.
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