The Nigeria Customs Service Ondo/Ekiti Area Command and the Ondo State Police Command have strengthened synergy in an effort to enhance security operations and foster long-term success among both agencies.
In a press statement issued by the Public Relations Officer of the command, Deputy Superintendent of Customs Herbert Dzungwenen, on 27 June 2024, immediately after the visit by Ondo State Commissioner of Police Abayomi Oladipo and his delegation at the Headquarters of Nigeria Customs Service Ondo/Ekiti Command in Akure, CP Abayomi expressed satisfaction with the reception and praised the swift response of Comptroller Morenikeji Bewaji to his visitation request.
He explained the strategic importance of collaboration in combating criminal activities across Ondo State, stating, “Intelligence sharing is key in our operations because prevention is cheaper than the detection of crime.”
The Customs Area Controller of the Command, Comptroller Bewaji, reciprocated the sentiments, congratulating CP Abayomi on his new assignment to Ondo State and emphasising the Customs’ policy on inter-agency collaboration.
She assured the Commissioner of their unwavering commitment to maintaining and enhancing the synergy between the Customs and the Police. “We are determined to elevate our collaboration to new heights under my leadership,” she affirmed.
Comptroller Bewaji highlighted the mutual benefits of improved intelligence sharing and expertise between the two security agencies. She agreed on the necessity of regularly exchanging intelligence and strategic information to preempt criminal activities and ensure public safety across the state.
