FRSC Congratulates Nigeria Customs on historic election as WCO Chairperson

By Ezurike Ugochukwu

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, has extended his warmest congratulations to the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, on his historic election as Chairperson of the World Customs Organization (WCO) Council.  

Mohammed in the message emphasised that the election marks a significant milestone for Nigeria and Africa, reflecting the country’s growing influence in global customs administration.

This achievement is a testament to Nigeria’s competence and the trust the international community places in its ability to contribute meaningfully to global customs and trade governance.

Shehu Mohammed described Adeniyi’s appointment as “historic” and “well-deserved,” praising his unwavering commitment, visionary leadership, and excellence in transforming the Nigeria Customs Service. The Corps Marshal noted that Adeniyi’s emergence is a source of immense national pride, underscoring Nigeria’s rising stature on the global stage in customs administration and road safety management.

FRSC boss said, “Adeniyi’s election is a significant achievement for Nigeria, and it reflects the country’s growing influence in global affairs. The FRSC Corps Marshal’s congratulations to Adeniyi highlight the importance of this achievement and the potential impact it could have on Nigeria’s economy and global standing.

“The FRSC and NCS have a history of synergy, with both agencies working together to enhance security and revenue generation in Nigeria. Adeniyi’s appointment is expected to further strengthen this collaboration and promote Nigeria’s interests globally.

“Adeniyi’s appointment is expected to promote Nigeria’s interests and enhance its position in international trade diplomacy. This could have a positive impact on Nigeria’s economy and global standing, and it reflects the country’s growing influence in global affairs.

“His leadership and expertise in customs administration have been recognized globally, and his appointment is a testament to his abilities.”

The FRSC Corps Marshal’s congratulations to Adeniyi highlight the importance of his leadership and expertise in promoting Nigeria’s interests globally.

The WCO Council is a global institution that comprises 186 customs administrations worldwide.

He further stated, “Adeniyi’s appointment as Chairperson of the WCO Council marks a significant milestone for Nigeria and Africa, and it reflects the country’s growing influence in global customs administration.

“This achievement is expected to promote Nigeria’s interests and enhance its position in international trade diplomacy.

“The collaboration between FRSC and NCS is expected to drive economic growth and development in Nigeria, particularly in the areas of trade facilitation and road safety. Adeniyi’s appointment is expected to further strengthen this collaboration and promote Nigeria’s economic interests globally.

His appointment as Chairperson of the WCO Council is a significant achievement for Nigeria and Africa. The FRSC Corps Marshal’s congratulations to Adeniyi highlight the importance of this achievement and the potential impact it could have on Nigeria’s economy and global standing.

The FRSC is committed to working with the NCS to promote Nigeria’s interests globally. Adeniyi’s appointment is expected to further strengthen the collaboration between the two agencies and promote Nigeria’s economic interests globally.

Adeniyi’s appointment is a global recognition of his leadership and expertise in customs administration. This achievement is expected to promote Nigeria’s interests and enhance its position in international trade diplomacy.

The FRSC Corps Marshal’s congratulations to Adeniyi mark a significant milestone in his career. Adeniyi’s appointment as Chairperson of the WCO Council is a testament to his leadership and expertise in customs administration, and it is expected to promote Nigeria’s interests globally.

The Nigerian customs CGC Adeniyi’s appointment takes effect from July 1, 2025, and he will lead a global institution comprising 186 customs administrations worldwide. This is a remarkable achievement for Nigeria.