Customs Chief Advocates for Stronger Public Trust Strategies

The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Adewale Adeniyi, called on Public Relations Officers to adopt strategic and impactful communication to bolster public trust and support ongoing reforms. This statement was made following the 2026 Nigeria Customs Service Public Relations Conference held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

The four-day conference, themed “Realigning Corporate Communication as a Strategic Driver of Institutional Effectiveness and Public Trust,” aimed to reposition corporate communication as a vital management tool. Adeniyi emphasized that successful reforms depend on public understanding and acceptance.

He noted the necessity for a proactive, research-driven communication approach due to the rise of digital media and real-time information. Comptroller Pascal Chibuoke highlighted corporate communication as a strategic asset, while Deputy Comptroller Abdullahi Maiwada stated the conference aimed to develop practical solutions for effective communication within the Service.

Comptroller Salamatu Atuluku praised Adeniyi for prioritizing professional development and institutional capacity building.