President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Mr. Adewale Adeniyi, the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), on his 59th birthday, praising his transformative leadership since assuming office in June 2023.

In a statement released on Saturday by his spokesman, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu commended Adeniyi’s commitment to digitalising and automating Customs operations, fostering professionalism, and uplifting the morale of officers to achieve high performance.

“Under his guidance, the agency has witnessed significant progress, including surpassing revenue targets, advancing trade facilitation, and implementing innovative anti-smuggling strategies that equip youth with alternative livelihood skills while fostering partnerships with traditional institutions,” the statement read.

The president also lauded Adeniyi’s remarkable achievements, including the seizure of arms and ammunition and the revitalisation of the Comptroller-General’s Annual Conference, which aims to assess and enhance the service’s operations.

Highlighting Adeniyi’s 30-year career and adaptability, President Tinubu noted that his experience has greatly enriched the Customs Service, contributing positively to the national economy.

“The President offers prayers for divine wisdom, robust health, and continued strength for Comptroller-General Adeniyi as he serves the nation,” the statement concluded.

Since taking over as Comptroller-General, Adeniyi has been instrumental in repositioning the NCS as a key driver of economic growth through strategic reforms and enhanced efficiency in trade facilitation and revenue generation.