Nigeria Customs to relaunch NCBN

 as CSC Maiwada Visits  Station for Revitalization Plans 

ZAINAB JUNAID

As plans unfold for the revitalization of Nigeria Customs Service Broadcasting Network, NCBN, the collaborative efforts between the Nigeria Customs Service and the broadcasting network did not only signal a promising future for enhanced communication and information dissemination on matters crucial to the nation's economy, but will help promote business opportunities, increase security awareness in Nigeria and will also create more job opportunities for Nigerians.

The National Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Customs Service, Chief Superintendent of Customs, Abdullahi Maiwada, on Tuesday, 2nd January, 2024 officially visited the station to discuss plans for the revitalization of the media outfit under the leadership of CGC Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, MFR.

CSC Maiwada who doubles as Director  NCBN and also pioneer Liaison Officer for the station in the early stages of its establishment in 2020 was warmly welcomed by the Managing Director of NCBN, Jamilu Yusuf, at the network's Head Office in Guzape, Abuja.

Maiwada confirmed that the Service has made comprehensive arrangements to revive NCBN to its full potential.

While expressing optimism about the prospects of the re-establishment of the media outfit, he stressed the importance of having a standard broadcast station that specializes in reporting on commerce, trade, and national economic issues.

“We are back, and this time around, we are going to get it right, and we'll make sure that the station will succeed, contributing to a broader reach in specialized broadcasting.” declared CSC Maiwada.

He also emphasized the commitment of the Service to strengthen its relationship with Nigerians, noting that the objective is to disseminate accurate information about the Service. 

He said there is a connection between these efforts and CGC Bashir Adeniyi's initiatives to facilitate trade, suppress smuggling, and generate more revenue for infrastructural development within the nation.

Responding to this development, Managing Director Jamilu Yusuf expressed gratitude for the visit, describing it as timely and long-awaited. 

He emphasized the significance of the visit in assessing the preparedness of NCBN for its relaunch. Mr. Yusuf reiterated the network's commitment to providing quality broadcasting that aligns with national economic interests.

The Managing Director also expressed his pleasure in taking the PRO and his team on a sight tour to all the offices in the station. 

This tour provided valuable insights on the current state of the facilities and gave room for discussions on areas that require attention as part of the network's re-establishment process.