The Controller of Seme Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NIS), Dr Ben Oramalugo, has urged officers of the Command to invest more time in learning, saying that a knowledgeable officer is a more effective officer and that a disciplined mind is a catalyst for institutional excellence.
He gave the charge during the launch of the second edition of Customs Administration in Nigeria, a book written by him.Oramalugo described the book as not just an assemblage of chapters but rather a product of years of professional experience, academic research, and policy engagement.
He said the revised edition of the book responds to emerging challenges in Customs operations, integrates ongoing reforms under the leadership of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, and aligns with global standards in trade facilitation, security, and border management.
However, the book, now in its second edition, is expected to serve as a reference for policymakers, academics, practitioners, and students engaged in Customs and border governance across Nigeria and the West African sub-region.
“The dynamism of global trade, the rise of digital Customs, and the expanding role of Customs in national security all demand a scholarly response.
“This book aspires to offer a practical framework for understanding, navigating, and improving Customs systems in Nigeria and similar jurisdictions,” he said.
Oramalugo, who emphasised the role of intellectual development in professional excellence, urging officers to embrace continuous learning as a core element of service, said: “A knowledgeable officer is a more effective officer. A disciplined mind is a catalyst for institutional excellence.”
He expressed appreciation to the reviewers, editors, and others who contributed to the book. He also acknowledged the support of the CGC and the management of the Service for fostering a culture of knowledge, discipline, and reform.
In their goodwill messages, heads of agencies present at the launch commended the Customs Area Controller for his intellectual contribution and for championing professionalism within the service. They also commended the ongoing transformation in the Nigeria Customs Service under the current administration, highlighting its growing relevance in economic development and national security.
