Nigerian, Beninese, and Nigerien governments consult on potential reopening of shared land borders closed in 2019.
Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) Comptroller-General Adewale Adeniyi reveals ongoing consultations between the Nigerian government and its Beninese and Nigerien counterparts regarding the potential reopening of shared land borders, which were closed in 2019 to boost domestic food production and curb smuggling. High-level meetings are being held to address issues that led to the border shutdown and prevent future occurrences. Adewale emphasizes the importance of securing Nigeria's borders and efficient management, with the deployment of the Single Window at ports and border stations to contribute to these goals.
April 16, 2024
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