Customs FOU Zone C Acting Boss, Nadaniya Seeks Stronger Security Collaboration In Imo

The Acting Comptroller of the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, Federal Operations Unit, FOU, Zone C, Owerri, Deputy Comptroller Farouk Nadaniya, has called for stronger inter-agency collaboration to promote peace, security and stability in Imo State.

Nadaniya made the call during familiarisation visits to security agencies in the state, aimed at strengthening existing relationships and enhancing cooperation in the fight against smuggling, insurgency and other security threats.

This was disclosed in a press release issued by the FOU Zone C Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent of Customs Rose Nche, and made available to our correspondent on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.

According to the statement, the visits, which commenced on Friday, October 16, provided an opportunity for engagement, relationship-building and discussions on issues of mutual interest among the security agencies.

The agencies visited included the Imo State Command of the Nigeria Police Force, NPF, the Department of State Services, DSS, the Nigerian Air Force, the Nigerian Army and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC.

At the Imo State Police Command headquarters, Nadaniya, who was received by the Commissioner of Police, CP Garba Audu Bosso, said Customs FOU Zone C had significant responsibilities in combating smuggling and other criminal activities across its South-East and South-South operational areas.

He noted that the security challenges confronting the state made cooperation among security agencies imperative.

“My visit is aimed at soliciting unity of purpose and inter-agency synergy, which will enhance my operational effectiveness in my area of jurisdiction, as the fight against smuggling and other crimes is a collective responsibility,” Nadaniya said.

He added that he was committed to maintaining positive working relationships with sister security agencies and supporting collective efforts towards peace, stability and the overall well-being of Imo State and its environs.

Responding, CP Bosso expressed delight at the visit and commended the Acting Comptroller for taking steps to strengthen inter-agency relations.

He noted that the Nigeria Customs Service and the Nigeria Police Force were federal government agencies with critical responsibilities in safeguarding national security and protecting lives and property.

The police commissioner urged Nadaniya to work closely with other security agencies to combat insurgency and address other security threats in the state.

At the Imo State Command of the DSS, the Director, Mr. Godwin Uche Dunkwu, said security agencies, including military and paramilitary formations, had maintained cordial and harmonious working relationships despite differences in their statutory responsibilities.

Dunkwu assured the Acting Comptroller of the agency’s full cooperation, adding that the DSS would sustain the level of support and collaboration previously extended to his predecessor.

Similarly, at the 511 Quick Response Group, Nigerian Air Force Base, Owerri, the Commander, Air Commodore SP Sekego, described Imo State as a good state despite its security challenges.

Sekego encouraged Nadaniya to integrate fully into the state’s security network, noting that security agencies operated as a team towards achieving a common objective.

He cited the recent release of kidnapped National Youth Service Corps, NYSC members as an example of the benefits of coordinated security operations, attributing the outcome to teamwork among the agencies.

At the headquarters of the 34 Artillery Brigade, Obinze, Owerri, Nadaniya was received by the Brigade Commander, Brigadier General A. Ahmed.

Ahmed underscored the importance of collective responsibility and a shared commitment to maintaining peace in the state.

He stressed the need for sustained inter-agency cooperation, coordination and collaboration to tackle security challenges and ensure that the respective agencies effectively discharge their statutory responsibilities.

The Brigade Commander also reaffirmed the importance of maintaining cordial relationships and strengthening joint efforts to promote peace, security and stability across Imo State.

At the NSCDC Imo State Command, the Commandant, who disclosed that he was also newly posted to the state, expressed readiness to work closely with Nadaniya and other security agencies to strengthen the state’s security architecture.

The visits ended on a cordial note, with the various heads of security agencies expressing optimism about sustaining existing relationships and improving cooperation where necessary.

The engagements, according to the statement, underscore the importance of a united security front in addressing criminal activities and safeguarding lives and property in Imo State.

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