Acting Comptroller Nadaniya Strengthens Collaboration With Courtesy Visits to Sister Agencies

In a bid to foster cordial relationships and strengthen collaboration with sister security agencies, the Acting Comptroller of Federal Operations Unit Zone ‘C’, Owerri, Deputy Comptroller of Customs Farouk Nadaniya, embarked on a series of courtesy visits to key security institutions in Imo State.

The visits provided opportunities for meaningful engagement, relationship building, and deliberations on mutual interests—particularly the need to sustain peace, promote security, and enhance cooperation among agencies.

At the Imo State Police Command, Nadaniya was warmly received by Commissioner of Police Garba Audu Boss, psc+. In his remarks, the Acting Comptroller emphasized the enormous tasks ahead, noting that combating smuggling and crime requires unity of purpose and inter-agency synergy.
“My visit is aimed at soliciting unity of purpose and inter-agency synergy which will enhance operational effectiveness. The fight against smuggling and other crimes is a collective responsibility,” Nadaniya stated.

The Commissioner commended the initiative, stressing that both the Nigeria Customs Service and the Nigeria Police Force play vital roles in national security. He urged closer collaboration in tackling insurgency and other threats.

During his visit to the DSS Imo State Command, Director Godwin Uche Dunkwu reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to cooperation. He noted that despite differences in statutory responsibilities, security agencies in the state maintain cordial working relationships and assured Nadaniya of maximum support.

At the 511 Quick Response Group, Nigeria Air Force Base, Owerri, Commander Air Commodore S.P. Sekego highlighted the importance of teamwork, citing the successful rescue of kidnapped corps members as a product of inter-agency collaboration. He encouraged Nadaniya to join the collective security efforts in the state.

The Acting Comptroller also visited the Headquarters of 34 Artillery Brigade, Obinze, where Brigade Commander Brigadier General A. Ahmed emphasized the importance of sustained cooperation and collective responsibility in ensuring peace and stability.

At the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) Imo State Command, Nadaniya was received by the Commandant, who also recently assumed office. He expressed readiness to work collaboratively with the Acting Comptroller and other agencies to strengthen security in the state.

The familiarization tour ended on a cordial note, with heads of various security agencies expressing optimism about sustaining existing relationships and enhancing cooperation where necessary. Acting Comptroller Nadaniya reaffirmed his commitment to positive inter-agency relations, collective responsibility, and the promotion of peace and stability across Imo State and the wider zone.