Network of Nigerian Maritime Journalists Congratulates CGC Adeniyi, A True Leader, Transformer
Network of Nigerian Maritime Journalists Congratulates CGC Adeniyi, A True Leader, Transformer
By Okezie Nnadi
Network of Nigerian Maritime Journalists (NNMJ), an umbrella body of all Nigerian maritime Journalists heartily felicitates the Customs Comptroller- General, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi on his birthday.
In a statement today, Monday, 19th January 2026, signed by the Chairman of NNMJ, Elder Dele Aderibigbe and Secretary, Mr . Moses Ebosele, The Network congratulated Dr Adeniyi for reaching this milestone.
According to NNMJ, the CGC deserves all the accolades as he stood up to be counted when the NCS needed direction. Adeniyi, he stated, has repositioned the Service bringing it out from the eye of the storm to an enviable position in World Customs Organisation (WCO), boosting Nigeria’s image as Chairman.
The NNMJ described CGC Adeniyi as a workaholic who turned the Nigeria Customs Service around with series of far reaching reforms, especially B’odogwu an indigenous intervention which is working wonders, churning in much needed revenue to the coffers of the Nigerian government. “Little wonder President Bola Ahmed Tinubu himself said that
“CGC Adeniyi’s leadership has also contributed to improved community relations, consistent surpassing of revenue targets, stronger trade partnerships with countries and multilateral institutions, and enhanced security across Nigeria’s borders, noting that “these achievements underscore the value of reform-oriented leadership in strengthening national economic resilience and safeguarding our borders.”
NNMJ prays that the Almighty fortify and grant him the much needed wisdom to continue to pilot the affairs of the Nigeria Customs Service.
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