Governor Abiodun Requests Customs To Address Market Invasions

Governor Abiodun Requests Customs To Address Market Invasions

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has urged the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) to treat market traders with respect amidst complaints of shop and warehouse invasions. Traders have accused Customs officers of forcefully entering their premises in search of smuggled goods…… CONTINUE READING

Governor Abiodun made this appeal on Thursday during a meeting with the Comptroller General of Customs, Mr. Adewale Adeniyi, in his office.

He highlighted that while some individuals may be involved in smuggling, the majority of traders in the state are law-abiding. The Governor emphasized the need for a cooperative relationship between the Customs officers and local traders to foster peaceful and productive interactions.

“There is a significant issue regarding our market traders. They have expressed frustration about Customs officers breaking into their shops and warehouses while searching for smuggled goods. They even considered staging a protest.

“I want to stress that while there might be some wrongdoers, most of our traders are engaged in legitimate business. I urge the Comptroller General to ensure his officers conduct their operations with civility,” Abiodun stated.

In response, the Customs Comptroller General expressed concern over the reported market invasions and assured that he would address the issue and instruct his officers to conduct themselves appropriately.

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