By Peace Udugba -The daily torch media
The Customs Area Controller of Seme Area Command, Comptroller Abdullahi Kaila, has commenced his tenure with a series of familiarisation visits to sister security agencies along the Lagos–Abidjan trade corridor.
Speaking during a visit to the 243 Recce Battalion, Ibereko Barracks in Badagry on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, Comptroller Kaila stated that the purpose of the visit was to build stronger relationships and seek cooperation in carrying out his statutory responsibilities.
He described the Seme border as a critical gateway for trade and services between Nigeria and neighbouring countries, noting the high volume of trade, movement of people, and cross-border activities in the area.
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COMPTROLLER ABDULLAHI KAILA, CUSTOMS AREA CONTROLLER OF SEME AREA COMMAND, DURING HIS FAMILIARISATION VISITS TO SISTER SECURITY AGENCIES ALONG THE LAGOS––ABIDJAN TRADE CORRIDOR.
“Seme is a sensitive and strategic economic corridor. This is why continuous collaboration, intelligence sharing, and mutual support among security agencies are essential,” he said.
Kaila emphasised that synergy among sister agencies is vital for ensuring economic stability and the overall well-being of residents, especially those in border communities. He called for sustained collaboration in fulfilling their shared mandate.
In his response, the Commanding Officer of the 243 Recce Battalion, Lt. Colonel Ambrose Ikoro, commended the Nigeria Customs Service for its role in safeguarding the nation’s borders.
“We recognise the strong synergy that exists between the Nigerian Army and the Nigeria Customs Service. We are committed to sustaining and improving this relationship. Our Chief of Army Staff has directed that units operating in border areas must support all relevant security agencies, including Customs,” he said.
As part of the familiarisation tour, Comptroller Kaila also visited the Nigerian Navy Forward Operating Base, Badagry; the 15 Field Engineer Regiment of the Nigerian Army in Topo, Badagry; and the NAFDAC office at Seme. The visits underscore his commitment to strengthening inter-agency collaboration and eliminating trade barriers.
