The Kebbi Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service on Wednesday, 11 November 2026, witnessed a change of leadership as Comptroller Mahmoud Matawalle Ibrahim, fdc, formally handed over the mantle of leadership to his successor, Deputy Comptroller Egunjobi Adewale Olufemi, at the Command Headquarters in Birnin Kebbi.
The signed press statement by the PRO, SC Mohammed Tajuddeen Salisu revealed that the handover ceremony, which took place in the presence of the Command Management Team, members of the press, and officers and men of the Command, provided an opportunity for the outgoing Customs Area Controller to reflect on his achievements during his tenure.
In his farewell remarks, Comptroller Ibrahim highlighted the Command’s accomplishments in revenue generation, trade facilitation, particularly transit operations, and anti-smuggling activities. He expressed profound appreciation to the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, PhD, MFR, sister security agencies, stakeholders, and host communities for their cooperation and support throughout his tenure.
In his address, the incoming Customs Area Controller, Deputy Comptroller Egunjobi Adewale Olufemi, pledged to strengthen anti-smuggling operations, enhance revenue generation, facilitate legitimate trade, deepen inter-agency collaboration, and prioritise personnel welfare.
He further assured stakeholders and host communities of his commitment to effective border management, improved security, and the overall advancement of the Nigeria Customs Service mandate. He emphasised the importance of cooperation and collective responsibility in achieving the Command’s objectives.
The ceremony concluded with goodwill and farewell messages from officers, a tour of the Command’s facilities, and group photographs to commemorate the occasion.