Compt Aliyu assumes office as Oyo/Osun Controller, promises to enhance revenue collection, anti-smuggling and officers’ welfare

The new Customs Area Controller of Oyo/Osun Command, Nigeria Customs Service, Comptroller Gambo Iyere Aliyu says his administration would focus on enhanced revenue generation, anti-smuggling exploit and prioritization of officers’ welfare alongside strict discipline.

Comptroller Iyere Aliyu stated this while taking over the leadership of the command from Comptroller Joseph Olugbuyi Adelaja (Rtd) on Wednesday 3rd September 2025 in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.

Aliyu expressed gratitude to the Comptroller General of Customs Bashir Adewale Adeniyi mfr, DSM, fnipr, Psc(+) and the Service management for the confidence reposed in him and commended the achievements of his predecessor and pledged to build on them.

The Controller further called for the cooperation of officers, stakeholders, sister agencies, and the host communities to enable the Command to achieve greater success.

Earlier in his farewell remarks, Comptroller Joseph Olugbuyi Adelaja (Rtd) appreciated the Service management, and officers and men of the Command for their maximum cooperation throughout his tenure.

Olugbuyi highlighted the command’s notable achievements under his stewardship, including remarkable strides in revenue generation, anti-smuggling operations and improved welfare facilities such as the resolution of the long-standing power supply challenges at the barracks, and the installation of solar systems at the mosque and church within the barracks.

Adelaja urged officers and stakeholders to extend the same support to his successor.