The Kamba Border in Kebbi has been reopened for international trade under the directive of the newly appointed Customs Area Controller (CAC), Comptroller Iheanacho Ernest Ojike. This decision follows instructions from the Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi.
The reopening was announced in a statement by the Public Relations Officer of the Kebbi Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service, SPC Mohammed Tajuddeen Salisu, which was made available to the press in Birnin Kebbi yesterday.
During the reopening ceremony, attended by stakeholders, the district head of Kamba, Alhaji Mamuda Fana, and other relevant agencies, Comptroller Ojike emphasized the strategic importance of the Kamba Border in revenue generation for Kebbi State.
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It was reiterated in the statement that the purpose of reopening the border is to facilitate legitimate trade that contributes positively to the nation’s development. It was emphasized that this does not imply permission for the importation of prohibited items that could harm the economy and compromise national security.
Comptroller Ojike stressed that the Customs officers are committed to facilitating legal trade activities and will operate within the boundaries of the law to ensure smooth trade operations across the Kamba Border. Stakeholders were reminded to adhere to Customs laws, declare goods properly, and pay appropriate duties to the government.
The statement also highlighted that the exportation of food grains out of the country is still prohibited due to the scarcity of food within the nation.
Source: Leadership News
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