Acting Customs Zonal Controller Visits Sultan of Sokoto, Acknowledges His Promotion of Harmony Among Nigerians
By KEMI KASUMU
The visit highlighted the importance of partnerships between traditional institutions and government agencies in strengthening security, promoting lawful economic activities, fostering peaceful coexistence and advancing sustainable development.
The Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, CFR, mni, has called for stronger cooperation between traditional institutions and security agencies to promote peace, strengthen border security and discourage smuggling.
The Sultan made the call on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, when he received the Acting Zonal Controller of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) for Sokoto and Zamfara States, Halliru Isah Abubakar, during a courtesy visit to his palace in Sokoto.
During the meeting, the Sultan commended the Nigeria Customs Service for its role in safeguarding the nation’s borders, facilitating legitimate trade and preventing smuggling and other unlawful activities.
He emphasised the importance of professionalism, integrity and cooperation between security agencies and traditional institutions in addressing security challenges and promoting peaceful coexistence.
The monarch also stressed the need for continuous engagement between security agencies, traditional rulers and community leaders, noting that their close relationship with the people makes them important partners in public awareness campaigns, peacebuilding and the implementation of national development initiatives.
He urged officers of the Customs Service to discharge their duties with fairness, dedication and respect for the communities they serve.
In his remarks, the Acting Zonal Controller, Halliru Isah Abubakar, expressed appreciation to the Sultan for receiving him and his delegation.
He acknowledged the significant role of the Sultanate in promoting peace, unity and harmonious relationships among the diverse communities in Sokoto and Zamfara States.
Abubakar reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Customs Service to effectively discharging its statutory responsibilities while strengthening collaboration with traditional institutions and other relevant stakeholders.
He noted that sustained cooperation between the Service and traditional rulers would improve public understanding of Customs operations, discourage smuggling and support efforts to maintain peace and security across the zone.
The visit highlighted the importance of partnerships between traditional institutions and government agencies in strengthening security, promoting lawful economic activities, fostering peaceful coexistence and advancing sustainable development.
The Sultan was accompanied during the visit by Prof. Sambo Wali, the Wazirin Sokoto; Alhaji Aliyu Attahiru Galadanchi, the Galadiman Garin Sokoto; Alhaji Muhammad Jabbi Kilgori, the Sa’in Kilgori; and Alhaji Saidu Maccido, Secretary of the Sultanate Council.
