By Peace Udugba -The daily torch media
The Acting Customs Area Controller of the Oyo/Osun Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Deputy Comptroller Wale Adewole, has paid courtesy visits to the Aseyin of Iseyin Land, Oba (Dr.) Sefiu Olawale Oyebola Adeyeri III, and the Soun of Ogbomosho, Oba Ghandi Olaoye, to strengthen collaboration with traditional institutions in the fight against smuggling.
The visits, which took place on Thursday, March 12, 2026, form part of the Controller’s stakeholder engagement strategy aimed at building stronger partnerships with traditional authorities whose influence is crucial in mobilising community support for government policies and initiatives.
During his visit to the palace of the Aseyin of Iseyin Land, Adewole expressed appreciation for the warm reception given to him and his delegation. He noted that the Nigeria Customs Service recognises the important role traditional institutions play in maintaining peace, security, and order within communities.
He reaffirmed the commitment of the Oyo/Osun Area Command to its core mandates of revenue generation, suppression of smuggling, and facilitation of legitimate trade, while also seeking the support of community leaders in sensitising residents on the negative impact of smuggling on the nation’s economy.
In his response, the Aseyin of Iseyin Land commended the Nigeria Customs Service for its efforts in protecting the country’s economy and assured the Controller of the continued support of the traditional institution in discouraging smuggling and promoting lawful trade within the community.
Similarly, during the visit to the palace of the Soun of Ogbomosho, Adewole reiterated the Command’s commitment to strengthening partnerships with traditional rulers and other stakeholders to enhance operational effectiveness, noting that community cooperation is vital to the success of Customs operations.
The Soun of Ogbomosho described the visit as timely and commendable, assuring the Controller of the support of the people of Ogbomosho in assisting the Nigeria Customs Service in combating smuggling and promoting legitimate trade.
The courtesy visits highlight the Oyo/Osun Area Command’s commitment to strengthening synergy with traditional institutions as key partners in ensuring economic stability, security, and national development.
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Customs | Security | Economy | Community Engagement
