Customs strengthens inter-agency collaboration as Force PRO visits
Omeiza Bilal
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Wednesday hosted the newly appointed Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) of the Nigeria Police Force, Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Benjamin Hundeyin, at its Headquarters in Abuja.
The visit underscored the Service’s commitment to building stronger inter-agency collaboration in strategic communications, public engagement, and institutional trust.
Receiving the Force PRO, the National Public Relations Officer of the NCS, Assistant Comptroller of Customs, Abdullahi Maiwada, commended the humility and sense of responsibility demonstrated by CSP Hundeyin. He assured him of the Service’s support while drawing from his own experience to offer guidance on navigating the challenges of public relations in a security environment.
“Public relations is a learning curve. You will face stakeholders with different expectations, but teamwork remains the driving force for success. Build a committed team, harness the energy of young officers, and learn from your predecessors. These are the keys to leaving a lasting legacy as a spokesperson,” AC Maiwada advised.
He further stressed the demanding nature of the role, particularly in times of crisis, noting that professionalism, commitment, and resilience are essential in safeguarding the reputation of institutions.
“Ours is a transient responsibility, but what truly matters is the legacy we leave behind,” he added.
In his response, CSP Hundeyin expressed gratitude for the warm reception, describing his visit as a symbolic gesture of partnership. He emphasized that security communication cannot succeed in isolation and called for closer collaboration with the Nigeria Customs Service in advancing collective national goals.
The visit concluded with a guided tour of the Public Relations Sub-unit and the Nigeria Customs Broadcasting Network (NCBN), where the Force PRO was introduced to the Service’s expanding communication infrastructure.
