The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Area Controller in charge of Tincan Island Port, Comptroller Dera Anselm Nnadi, has been honoured with the ‘Outstanding Customs Area Controller of the Year 2024’ award by the Association of Maritime Journalists of Nigeria (AMJON).
This prestigious award recognizes Nnadi’s exemplary leadership role in promoting discipline, ethical standards, and collaboration with stakeholders. AMJON is the frontline journalists association in Nigeria, covering the maritime and shipping industry in the country.
Under Nnadi’s leadership, the Tincan Island Command has experienced unprecedented growth and development.
One of his most notable achievements is his commitment to effective revenue collection and accounting.
The command’s revenue generation has soared, with a record N1.046 trillion collected between January and October 2024.
Nnadi’s commitment to anti-corruption and transparency has also been recognized. He has been praised for his efforts to promote ethical standards and accountability within the customs service.
His initiatives aimed at streamlining processes, reducing delays, and creating a business-friendly environment have been particularly noteworthy.
Comptroller Nnadi has demonstrated a deep understanding of the complexities of international trade.
He has implemented policies aimed at promoting compliance with import and export regulations, making the Tincan Island Command a model for other customs commands to follow.
The AMJON award is a testament to Comptroller Nnadi’s innovative leadership and commitment to excellence.
His leadership style aligns with that of Comptroller General Of Customs, CGC Adewale Adeniyi, whom he has expressed gratitude to for his support and guidance.
Nnadi’s achievements have not gone unnoticed, as he has also received recognition from the Comptroller General of Customs.
He was recently awarded the “CGC’s Special Award for Workplace Transformation” and the “Award for Distinctive Performance” at the CGC Awards Night Ceremony held in Abuja.
