The House of Representatives has congratulated the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, on his election as Chairperson of the World Customs Organisation (WCO).
Adeniyi was elected during the 145th and 146th Council Sessions of the WCO held in Brussels, Belgium.
The WCO Council, comprising heads of 186 Customs administrations globally, is the organisation’s highest decision-making body.
The House described Adeniyi’s election as a monumental achievement and a source of national pride, reflecting the international recognition of the reforms and professionalism he has brought to the Nigeria Customs Service.
Chairman of the House Committee on Customs and Excise, Hon. Leke Abejide, praised Adeniyi’s visionary leadership and expressed confidence in his ability to steer the global Customs community effectively in his new role.
Read Also: CGC Adeniyi elected as WCO council chairperson
He said, “The election of CGC Adewale Adeniyi is a significant milestone for Nigeria and Africa at large. It reflects his unwavering dedication to reform, transparency, and innovation in the Nigeria Customs Service.
“We are confident he will bring the same level of professionalism and integrity to this new responsibility at the helm of the WCO Council.”
The House of Representatives reaffirms its support for the Nigeria Customs Service and remains committed to strengthening legislative oversight that promotes institutional excellence and fosters international cooperation.