By Peace Udugba
The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, has received the prestigious Daily Times Heroes Award in recognition of his contributions to public service and national development.
Adeniyi received the award on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at the THISDAY Dome in Abuja during the centenary celebration of the Daily Times newspaper.
The event brought together prominent personalities from government, business, traditional institutions and other sectors to honour individuals and organisations whose contributions have impacted Nigeria’s development.
Speaking after receiving the award, Adeniyi described the recognition as an encouragement to deepen his commitment to public service.
He said recognition for one’s efforts should serve as an inspiration to do more, while attributing the achievement to the collective efforts of officers and men of the Nigeria Customs Service.
“It’s very good when you do something, and you are recognised; this should be an inspiration to us to do much better,” Adeniyi said.
The Customs boss dedicated the award to officers and men of the NCS, acknowledging their dedication and sacrifices in protecting the nation and facilitating legitimate trade.
Adeniyi said the Service under his leadership remains committed to strengthening revenue generation, improving trade facilitation and advancing the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
He also stressed the importance of greater compliance by members of the public, noting that improved compliance would enable the Customs Service to perform its statutory responsibilities more effectively.
The award adds to the growing recognition of Adeniyi’s leadership and reform efforts at the Nigeria Customs Service, particularly in the areas of revenue mobilisation, trade facilitation and institutional transformation.
