The traditional ruler of Okpe Kingdom in Delta State, Felix Mujakperuo, has pledged strong backing for the Nigeria Customs Service in its ongoing campaign against smuggling activities. The monarch offered this assurance during a reception for a delegation led by Deputy Comptroller Dominic Dooyum Ortsen, the Acting Customs Area Controller for the Edo and Delta Area Command, who visited the palace as part of a familiarisation tour.
During the interaction, the monarch emphasized the critical importance of national revenue generation for public service delivery and infrastructural growth. He noted that despite enjoying government services, certain individuals and businesses remain hesitant to fulfill their financial obligations, making the enforcement work carried out by customs personnel vital to the country's economic stability.
Furthermore, the traditional leader stressed that community and traditional institutions bear a responsibility to help safeguard government interests and promote voluntary compliance with trade regulations. He highlighted that closer cooperation between security agencies and local leaders creates a mutually beneficial environment that protects citizens while advancing broader national development goals.
In response, Deputy Comptroller Ortsen expressed gratitude for the warm reception and reaffirmed the command's dedication to building robust partnerships with community stakeholders. He emphasized that curbing illicit trade and plugging revenue leakages require a collective approach, urging residents and transporters to share timely information regarding suspicious border activities to assist law enforcement officers in their duties.
Source reporting: Punch — 2026-10-31 12:18:33
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