CONGRATULATORY MESSAGE TO THE COMPTROLLER-GENERAL OF CUSTOMS, BASHIR ADEWALE ADENIYI MFR dsm fnipr FNIIA psc(+), ON HIS APPOINTMENT AS CHAIRPERSON WORLD CUSTOMS ORGANIZATION COUNCIL
On behalf of the entire Zone ‘A’ of the Nigeria Customs Service, I write to extend our heartfelt congratulations on your unanimous election as Chairperson of the World Customs Organization (WCO) Council. This remarkable achievement marks a historic milestone not only for your distinguished career but also for Nigeria and the entire African continent.
Your appointment to this prestigious position represents the global recognition of your exceptional leadership vision and the transformative work you have accomplished in modernizing the Nigeria Customs Service over the past two years. The confidence reposed in you by the international customs community is a testament to your unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation in customs administration.
We are immensely proud to serve under your leadership and witness Nigeria’s ascension to this influential role in global customs affairs. Your appointment as the first Nigerian to chair the WCO Council brings great honour to our nation and demonstrates the world’s faith in Nigeria’s capacity to lead meaningful change in international trade facilitation.
The officers and men of Zone ‘A’ recognize that this appointment comes with great responsibility and opportunity. We pledge our continuous dedication, loyalty, and support as you navigate this new chapter of service to the global customs community. We are confident that under your stewardship, the WCO will continue to evolve as a dynamic institution capable of addressing the complex challenges of modern global trade.
Once again, we congratulate you on this well-deserved honour and assure you of our unwavering support as you embark on this distinguished role. May your tenure as WCO Council Chairperson be marked by landmark achievements and meaningful contributions to the advancement of global customs practices.
With highest regards and best wishes your continued success.
