Nigeria's Dr. Adeniyi Re-elected WCO Chair for Second Term
Dr. Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, MFR, serves as the Comptroller General of Nigeria Customs Service and was re-elected on July 4, 2026, for a second term as Chair of the World Customs Organization (WCO). He is the first Nigerian and third African to hold this position.
Under his leadership, Nigeria has been recognized for its advancements in customs governance, particularly through the development of the indigenous trade platform B’Odogwu, which has improved clearance times and transparency. The WCO, comprising 187 countries, oversees 98% of global trade, and Adeniyi's role influences negotiations affecting $35 trillion in trade.
His administration has emphasized technology, intelligence-driven enforcement against smuggling, and trade facilitation, leading to increased revenue and investor confidence. Nigeria's reforms have garnered international attention, positioning the country as a leader in customs practices and trade facilitation on a global scale.
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