Nigerian prophet and lead shepherd at the Jehovah Eye Ministry, Prophet Godwin Ikuru has commended the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, for his outstanding leadership and transformative impact on the nation’s economy, Peak Newspaper reports.
Speaking in Lagos, Prophet Ikuru, described Adeniyi’s elevation as a historic milestone that positions Nigeria at the forefront of global trade governance.
“This unprecedented achievement not only places Nigeria on the global map but also empowers us to influence international trade flows in line with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope economic agenda.
“These reforms—ranging from digital modernisation to trade facilitation and revenue optimisation—have repositioned the NCS as a model institution,” he noted. “The global customs community has recognised these efforts, and Nigeria is now setting the pace.”
Adeniyi’s unanimous election to the WCO Council—a global body that sets customs standards and policies affecting over 180 countries—marks the first time Nigeria will assume such a prestigious role in the organisation’s history.
Prophet Godwin said the development reflects growing international confidence in Nigeria’s economic and institutional reforms and charged the Customs CG to sustain the momentum of transformation and innovation.
With Nigeria now steering global customs policy, analysts believe this development will not only enhance the country’s international influence but also attract investment and boost confidence in Nigeria’s trade ecosystem.
“Customs under his watch has changed for the better. He has branded the Service with efficiency and dedication. Every officer must learn from him because he represents what it means to move a country forward,” Prophet Ikuru added.
He also called on media organisations to highlight the Comptroller-General’s achievements, noting that such leadership deserves recognition and should serve as an inspiration to other public servants.
