In a bid to sustain the tempo of mutual relationship between Area II Customs Command and the stakeholders operating at the seaport; the Customs Area Controller (CAC) of Onne Area II Command, Aliyu M Alkali, has embarked on a series of strategic visits to stakeholders operating within Onne Seaport.
The visits according to a press release by CSC Theophilus P Duniya,
Command Public Relations Officer, is aimed at fostering synergy, collaboration and intelligence sharing among government agencies to achieve common goals and enhance compliance with existing regulations.
During the visits, Comptroller Alkali, is said to have met with the Commander of Narcotics, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Port Harcourt Ports Command, Omerio Mathias Odo, the Director of State Security, Port Harcourt Ports Command and the Commandant, Nigerian Navy Basic Training School, Onne, Rear Admiral Victor D Choji.
The CAC emphasized on the importance of teamwork and synergy among agencies to propel progress in achieving their respective organizational objectives and goals.
He equally reiterated on his commitment to keying into the Comptroller-General of Customs’ policy thrust of consolidation, collaboration, and innovation.
Speaking further, Comptroller Alkali said: “I believe that active engagement with stakeholders will build strong relationships and enhance compliance with extant regulations. I pledge to sustain and improve on the existing cordial relationships, as I request for robust synergy from you.” The CAC stated.
The stakeholders reciprocated by assuming to work closely with the Customs Area Controller to achieve common goals.
While the Commander of Narcotics, in his remark, pledged to synergize with the CAC in the Port to ensure that illicit drug supply is reduced to its barest minimum.
The Director of State Security, Port Harcourt Ports Command, expressed his commitment to sharing useful and timely intelligence that would enhance the operations of the Command.
While the Commandant of the Navy Basic Training School, reaffirmed the commitment of the Navy in securing the maritime domain and making it safe for economic activities.
He further pledged to support the Customs operations within the legal framework.
The essence of the ongoing visits is to provide continual stakeholders engagement; a demonstration of Comptroller Alkali’s proactive approach to building strong relationships with stakeholders and his commitment to optimal revenue collection, enhanced compliance with extant regulations and ensuring security within the seaport.
