The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Mr. Adewale Adeniyi, has stated that the decision to reopen the borders in the country rests solely with President Bola Tinubu.
Speaking during an interaction session with members of the Kongolam border community in Mai’adua Local Government Area of Katsina State on Saturday, Adeniyi addressed the ongoing agitation for the reopening of the borders.
He assured that consultations and engagements were underway regarding the matter and emphasized that once concluded, a decision would be made.
He further assured that the Customs Service is committed to removing obstacles hindering free trade, aligning with the current administration’s agenda of fostering economic prosperity.
“I assure you that our operations are always guided by law, and we only operate on delegated powers.
“We have communicated the concerns and complaints by residents of the border communities to the President and because he has listening ears he directed that we should release confiscated food items, on the condition that they will only be sold in the Nigerian markets,” he said.
Adeniyi noted proactive measures taken to reduce the number of checkpoints along the border posts and to enhance cooperation between Service personnel and traders.
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