CGC Adeniyi Urges Young Officers to Master Post-Clearance Audit Now

CGC Adeniyi Urges Young Officers to Master Post-Clearance Audit Now

By Linda Ike

Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi has charged younger officers to pursue global expertise in Post-Clearance Audit (PCA), calling it a cornerstone of modern customs careers and Nigeria’s trade future.

Speaking at the close of the 5-day WCO Accelerate Trade Facilitation Programme in Abuja, he urged recruits to start their career here and aspire to become PCA experts.

He said, “I want you to begin to look to your aspiration. Let it be shaped towards that dream that, one day, you can also become a PCA expert”.

Adeniyi hailed the UK-funded workshop as transformative, equipping officers with advanced audit tools, risk management, and compliance techniques to boost trade facilitation and revenue protection while aligning NCS with world standards.

WCO Trade Facilitation Expert, James Clark praised NCS’s rapid progress and commitment.

“You’re poised for impact, a more effective trading environment.” He stated

Clark highlighted the importance of institutional commitment, capacity building and consistent application of Post Clearance Audit tools in achieving long-term success, adding that Nigeria is well-positioned to deepen its gains if the momentum is maintained.

The event funded by Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs of the United Kingdom marks another step in NCS reforms for global competitiveness.