The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, has been recognized for his efforts in promoting press freedom and responsible journalism.
He received the “Media Promoter and Advocate of Press Freedom Award” during the 70th Anniversary Gala/Award Night of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ).
The award was presented by the Deputy Governor of Bauchi State, Mohammed Jatau, on behalf of the NUJ 70th Anniversary Committee.
The National Public Relations Officer of the Service, Assistant Comptroller Abdullahi Maiwada, received the award on behalf of the CGC, expressing deep appreciation to the NUJ leadership for recognizing the Comptroller-General’s consistent efforts in supporting journalism.
Maiwada noted that under the leadership of CGC Adeniyi, the Service has witnessed an unprecedented improvement in media relations, stakeholder engagements, and proactive information dissemination, which have collectively boosted public trust and institutional integrity.
He stated that the award would serve as motivation to deepen the Service’s partnership with the media and uphold the values of transparency and open communication.
In a related honour, Retired Comptroller of Customs, Comptroller UK Bello, was conferred with the Media Support Award in recognition of his outstanding contributions to press freedom and his legacy of support for the media profession.
Bello, who served as a Command PRO and Area Controller, is widely respected for fostering a culture of openness and professional engagement throughout his career.
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