The Nigeria Customs Service Board (NCSB) has announced the appointment of new top officers in a move aimed at strengthening leadership within the Service.

At its 63rd regular meeting held on Tuesday, the Board, chaired by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, approved the elevation of four Deputy Comptroller-Generals (DCGs) and twelve Assistant Comptroller-Generals (ACGs).

According to the Board, the appointments underscore its commitment to enhancing leadership capacity and boosting efficiency within the Service. The new appointees were chosen based on their track records of merit, experience, and dedication to duty.

The appointments were also made in accordance with available vacancies across the six geopolitical zones, and in strict adherence to the Federal Character Policy of the Government, as stipulated in Section 14(4) of the Nigeria Customs Service Act, 2023.

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The Board also confirmed the appointment of the following Deputy Comptroller-Generals (DCGs): AB Mohammed (North-West), GO Omale (North-Central), OC Orbih (South-South), and D Nnadi (South-East).

In addition, twelve Assistant Comptroller-Generals (ACGs) were appointed across various zones: MP Binga (North-East), CA Awo (South-East), AB Shuaibu (North-Central), AT Abe (North-West), K Mohammed (North-West), B Mohammed (North-West), Temmy Daniyan (North-Central), Ben Oramalugo (South-East), OP Olaniyan (South-West), Babayunde Olomu (South-West), Kolapo Oladeji (South-West), and CC Dim (South-East).

In the same vein, the Board approved the promotion of 3,312 senior officers across different ranks, from Comptroller of Customs (CC) to Assistant Superintendent of Customs II (ASC II).

Furthermore, at its 6th Management Meeting held on Friday, 29th August 2025, the Nigeria Customs Service Management approved the promotion of 202 junior officers, ranging from Assistant Inspector of Customs (AIC) to Customs Assistant I (CA I).

These appointments and promotions reflect the Service’s continued commitment to merit-based advancement, equitable representation, and the recognition of excellence in service delivery.

(Channels)