By reporter
Lagos, March 27, 2026, The Nigerian Navy and the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) have reaffirmed their commitment to enhanced inter-agency collaboration aimed at improving port operations and safeguarding national economic interests.
This was highlighted on Thursday as the Commander, Materials Clearing and Inspection Office (MCIO), Nigerian Navy Apapa, Captain U.S. Akoh, led a delegation on a courtesy visit to the NCS Kirikiri Lighter Terminal (KLT) Area Command in Lagos.
The Controller, Kirikiri Lighter Terminal Command (KLT) of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bolaji Adigun, disclosed this in a statement through the Public Relations Officer, Victor Ogagbor, on Friday in Lagos.
Adigun as is that the visit served as a platform for both agencies to deliberate on strategies to boost cooperation in critical areas such as port security, cargo monitoring, information sharing, and overall maritime operations.
He noted that the engagement underscored the importance of synergy among government institutions in facilitating seamless trade and strengthening national security.
Speaking during the visit, Captain Akoh stressed the need for sustained collaboration among security agencies, likening government institutions to parts of a single body that should function collectively to achieve optimal results.
He commended the NCS for its professionalism and dedication to trade facilitation and revenue generation, noting that joint efforts remain vital to achieving national development goals.
In his response, the Customs Area Controller of the KLT command welcomed the Navy delegation and expressed appreciation for the enduring partnership between both agencies.
He reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to deepening cooperation with relevant stakeholders to enhance compliance, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen security within the port environment.
The visit concluded with the exchange of plaques, symbolising mutual respect and a renewed resolve by both organisations to foster closer ties in pursuit of safer and more efficient maritime operations.
The engagement marks another step in ongoing efforts by security and regulatory agencies to promote collaboration and ensure the smooth functioning of Nigeria’s maritime sector.
