

In an exciting development, Assistant Comptroller General (ACG) of Customs, Zone ‘A’, Mohammed Babandede has pledged stronger collaboration with the Association of Nigeria Licensed Customs Agents (ANLCA) – Western Zone to significantly improve revenue generation and enhance national security
This powerful commitment was agreed upon on Thursday, the 16th of October 2025, when ACG Babandede warmly hosted ANLCA Western Zone Coordinator, Chief Femi Anifowose and his team at his office.
The Importance of Synergy
ACG Mohammed Babandede emphasized that this crucial engagement underscores the critical need for seamless synergy between Customs and ANLCA to eliminate trade bottlenecks, robustly support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s National Single Window (NSW) initiative and propel Nigeria toward a staggering $1 trillion economy.
Warm Congratulations
Earlier, ANLCA Coordinator Western Zone, Chief Femi Anifowose, took a moment to warmly congratulate ACG Mohammed Babandede on his prestigious appointment as Zonal Coordinator Zone ‘A’, Lagos – rightly recognizing his outstanding service towards building a better Nigeria.
Addressing Critical Challenges
Chief Femi Anifowose highlighted critical complaints which, in his words, majorly contribute to high demurrage fees and exacerbate supply chain disruptions Addressing these hurdles is vital.
Responding passionately, ACG Babandede declared, “This visit is a testament to our shared resolve By imploring greater collaboration we are not just reducing bottlenecks , we are unlocking Nigeria’s immense potential for greater growth job abundance and a prosperous future for ALL.
Reported by: AKANINYENE EDEMINAM, Chief Superintendent of Customs & Zonal Public Relations Officer, Zone ‘A’, Lagos.
Date: October 20, 2025.
This thrilling alliance promises to drive trade facilitation , revenue boosts ,security enhancements and economic prosperity for Nigeria .
