By Femi Anamelechi
The Customs Area Comptroller of Oyo/ Ogun Command Comptroller Gambo Aliyu continued his familiarization visits to traditional rulers, of the Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Olanipekun Larooye II, and the Oniragbiji of Iragbiji, Oba Abdul-Rasheed Olabomi, Odundun IV, to reaffirm commitment of the Area command and strengthen ties as part of efforts at promoting community collaboration. In a statement released by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Assistant Superintendent of Customs (ASC I) Abdulmalik Akintola, the visit, held on Tuesday, 14 October 2025, aimed at fostering peace, transparency, and public trust in Customs operations.During the visit, Comptroller Gambo expressed appreciation to the royal fathers for their hospitality and their efforts in maintaining peace and stability within their domains. He further acknowledged their vital roles as custodians of culture heritage and tradition. He reiterated that the core mandates of the Nigeria Customs Service, which include revenue generation, suppression of smuggling, and facilitation of legitimate trade, remain central to national economic growth and security.He also sought the continued support and cooperation of the royal fathers in enlightening their subjects on the dangers and implications of smuggling and other illicit trade activities, “such acts are detrimental to the safety, security, and economic well-being of the nation.”In their responses, the monarchs appreciated the visit and assured the Area Controller of their continued support in the fight against smuggling and the promotion of lawful trade.
