Customs Reforms Boost Support For Tinubu’s Second Term, Says RMGN

The Revenue Monitoring Group of Nigeria (RMGN) has praised the extensive reforms being carried out by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) under Comptroller-General Bashir Adewale Adeniyi. According to a joint statement signed by RMGN President Dr. Ifeanyi Duruaku and Secretary-General Comrade Tor Lumun, these reforms have greatly boosted support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's re-election bid.

The Group highlighted that the reforms have made Nigeria's ports and borders operations more efficient, transparent, and beneficial for businesses. RMGN noted that improvements in customs processes have led to fewer delays in clearance, smoother movement of legitimate trade, and a more predictable environment for importers, exporters, manufacturers, and freight forwarders.

The statement emphasized that these achievements have strengthened stakeholders' confidence in Tinubu's economic agenda and his strategy to enhance trade facilitation and public revenue collection. The RMGN praised the NCS for demonstrating how more effective port and border operations can stimulate commerce, bolster the business climate, and directly contribute to national development.

The Group stressed that the continued success of these reforms is crucial for consolidating progress in the customs sector and building upon the gains made. RMGN also commended the Comptroller-General and the entire NCS team for their efforts in driving these reforms, which have improved efficiency, facilitated legitimate trade, enhanced revenue collection, and fostered better cooperation with stakeholders.

The Group expressed appreciation for the dedication and professionalism of Customs officers and staff nationwide, recognizing that their efforts in implementing the reforms are a testament to the Comptroller-General's leadership and the collective commitment of the Service. RMGN urged the NCS to maintain this momentum by tackling remaining challenges at the ports and borders, deepening transparency, and ensuring that the benefits of the reforms are shared across the entire trade value chain.